Whistleblower Policy

Protecting people who report serious wrongdoing.

A whistleblower policy protects workers, contractors, family members and others who report serious wrongdoing — fraud, harassment, danger to participants, illegal conduct, regulatory breaches. Without protection, people don't report. With protection, problems get caught early.

May be legally required for incorporated providers under Part 9.4AAA of the Corporations Act 2001. Includes internal and external reporting pathways, confidentiality protection, non-retaliation guarantees, and the response process.

What's included

• Editable 5-page policy (Word .docx)
• Scope and types of conduct covered
• Internal disclosure pathways
• External pathways (ASIC, APRA, NDIS Commission, Police)
• Confidentiality protections
• Non-retaliation guarantees
• Response and investigation process
• False disclosures section
• Support for disclosers

FAQs

Q. Is this required for sole traders or partnerships?
A. Strictly required for proprietary companies. Highly recommended for any organisation — provides legal protection.

Q. Format?
A. Editable Word (.docx).

Q. Affiliated with NDIS Commission?
A. No. Independent.

Q. Refund policy?
A. Non-refundable once accessed.

Format: Single .docx (5 pages)

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