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Community Connect

Last Updated 4/8/2011 4:54:12 PM

Level 4, 44 Pirie st
Adelaide SA 5000

Postal address:
GPO Box 292
Adelaide SA 5001

Phone: 08 8463 7430
Fax: 08 8226 7047
Email:
dfcCommunityConnect@dfc.sa.gov.au
 

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Operating within the law

Last Updated Jun 2010

What are legislative requirements?

Legislation instructs an organisation on what they can and cannot do. Legislation may include prescribed laws, regulations and by-laws applicable to an organisation which must be complied with.

The term legislation can refer to a single law (also known as a statute or an Act) or a collection of laws.

Why is it important?

All people and organisations are required by law to comply with legislation to which they are subject.

What do I need to do?

Your organisation should have policies and procedures to achieve service outcomes in line with legislative requirements.

You will need to:

  • Identify and document your legislative obligations.
  • Develop policies and procedures in accordance with your organisation’s objectives and legislative requirements.
  • Review documentation and update policies and procedures to ensure they reflect and support agreed work practices.
  • Ensure staff and volunteers have access to relevant legislation and receive induction and training.
  • Ensure records are available to demonstrate consistent application of procedures.

References

See the Service Excellence Program for more information.

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