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AFCA provides COVID-19 Recommended Guidelines and Procedures document

Australian Forest Contractors Association (AFCA) members are being provided with a COVID-19 Recommended Guidelines and Procedures document which is being updated as new information becomes available.  Source: Timberbiz

The website also has a list of resources that are also updated as new information becomes available and includes a summary of:

Business and Activities Restrictions

This includes a summary of the restrictions which apply to daily activities as well as business activities based on decisions at the National Cabinet. We are now at Stage 2 restrictions.

Cross Border Transport & Movement

A range of border restrictions are in place between various states and the way in which these measures are being controlled may vary from state to state.

All freight movements will continue ensuring certainty for heavy vehicle operators.

Those who work and live in different states are also permitted to move across borders however, they need to adhere to state requirements. Those moving between states should note there may be delays where border checks are in place.

Federal Government Stimulus Packages

This includes a summary of the financial assistance and packages available.

Territories & State Stimulus Packages

In addition to those packages announced by the Federal Government, this includes resources about stimulus packages for individuals and businesses for State and Territories.

WH&S

Information and resources to understand how to prevent the spread of infection in the workplace and understand self-quarantine periods, workplace entitlements and obligations

Non-Government Support & Resources

Information and resources from the ATO, key bank contacts, telecommunications and other support.

For more information https://www.afca.asn.au/email/96cfd2e8-bd98-45e2-a089-f11a6dbd1b18/fa47df59-6767-4b59-9963-42942def9f21