Your Safety. Your Rights
Safety on Campus
Below is important information on staying safe on Campus, it is important to read this information and to be aware of Campus warning systems and notices around the building.
Secure your belongings
Whilst on and off Campus it is important to secure your belongings and do not leave them unattended. If you find or have lost an item please hand it in or report to Main reception on Level 4.
Evacuation Plans
Campus evacuation plans are located on each floor of the building next to the lifts and fire exit doors. Please take note of the location of the fire exit doors on each floor and the location of the external meeting spot. In the case of a lock in or evacuation always follow College staff and Fire Warden instructions and PA system warnings.
Report a problem
The best way to keep our Campus safe is to encourage a Campus-wide safety campaign, so all staff and students are responsible for keeping each other safe. If you see something that doesn’t seem quite right, say something. Its better to speak up.
Security Personnel on Campus
Security guards are located on the Ground floor of the Campus and can be contacted if assistance is required within the building. All guests must sign in and out of the building to ensure their safety in case of an evacuation and for the safety of our students.
If you see someone sad, speak up
The R U OK? Campaign is not just limited to a monthly campaign, every day we should be asking those around us, are you ok? CIC has a counselling service available to all students.
Please refer to the Student Support, Wellbeing and Safety Policy and Student Support, Wellbeing and Safety Procedure for further information.
Safety in Australia
Moving to a new country is a huge step, some things here in Melbourne and Australia will be different from where you are from, especially rules and safety notifications. Below are some tips for staying safe, also see the Staying Safe On and Off Campus in Australia booklet for further information.
For more information regarding Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment please click here.
Safety off campus
The Victorian Police website offer support, assistance and safety tips for all Melbournians.
Safety Tips are also available via the below links:
• Personal Safety on a night out
• Public Transport Safety
• Road Safety
• Outdoor and Bush Safety
Always listen to Emergency Service professionals (Police and Firemen) and PA system notifications in the case of an emergency
Your Rights
International Students have the same renting rights as local residents have under the Residential Tenancies Act 1997.
You have the right to ask your landlord (the owner of the rental property) or property manager to meet the obligations agreed in your rental lease – this will not affect your visa.
Rental Rights
International Students have the same renting rights as local residents have under the Residential Tenancies Act 1997.
You have the right to ask your landlord (the owner of the rental property) or property manager to meet the obligations agreed in your rental lease – this will not affect your visa.
For further information regarding renting, and your rental and consumer rights please visit the Consumer Affairs Victoria website https://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/internationalstudents
Work Rights
All workers, including international students, are entitled to Australia’s minimum pay and entitlements. This is the case even if an international student has breached their visa.
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) works with the Department of Immigration to help you understand your legal rights and responsibilities when working in Australia. You can also ask the FWO to help resolve issues about pay and other entitlements at work.
Remember, it’s absolutely OK to speak up and ask for help if you think you have been exploited at work. For more information, please visit the Fair Work Ombudsman’s website https://www.fairwork.gov.au/
When moving to a new Country, City or even Campus, it is important to be aware of rules and safety notifications. It is also important to understand your rights as an international student in Australia. Please read the information on this page and in this safety and security handbook.