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The PWSS Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) Charter sets out the financial and performance reporting functions, conduct, authority, roles and responsibilities to independently review and advise on key aspects of service operations.

The Special Minister of State, under subsection 46(1) of the PWSS Act, has appointed members of the PWSS Advisory Board to advise the CEO on the performance of the functions of the PWSS or CEO. The PWSS Advisory Board Terms of Reference outlines the governance framework within which the Advisory Board will operate including the functions, membership, decision-making processes and administrative arrangements.

This commitment outlines how PWSS fosters safe workplaces under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.

The PWSS Early Intervention policy provides guidance to parliamentarians and MOP(S) Act employees on the early intervention supports that are generally available if an employee sustains a work-related physical or psychological illness or injury. It also includes guidance for employees in deciding whether to disclose a disability.

Local Resolution Policy sets out the way PWSS can assist in de-escalation and resolution of a workplace complaint at the earliest opportunity by resolving, explaining, clearing up, mediating or negotiating the matter between the parties, and helping the parties move forward.

This guideline outlines the considerations and process for MOP(S) Act employees to access studies assistance. It outlines the eligibility for financial assistance and paid study leave for accredited courses considered relevant to the employee’s employment, excluding courses provided under the Professional Development Program (PDP) or ad hoc learning and development opportunities.

The PWSS Privacy Policy explains how the PWSS collects and deals with the personal information of its clients and others, with specific information about personal information handling practices in relation to: current, former and prospective PWSS employees and Independent Parliamentary Standards Commission (IPSC) functions.

This Guide is designed to support MOP(S) Staff safety during election period.

The Letter of offer template for non ministerial staff contains information relevant to hiring new employees under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 (MOP(S) Act)

The Letter of offer template for ministerial staff contains information relevant to hiring new employees under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 (MOP(S) Act)