COVID-19 Updates
AHPPC rolls dentistry back to Level 1 restrictions
 "AHPPC rolls dentistry back to Level 1 restrictions")
The move was made in light of the current epidemiology and the wider availability of surgical masks and other personal protective equipment. The lighter restriction level will apply to all dental practitioners.
Essentially, this means as long as a patient is deemed not at risk of having or transmitting COVID-19, they can be treated following the usual safety protocols.Both the AHPPC and the Australian Dental Board outlined this change can only be taken in consultation with any State-based regulations. Where the State regulations are tougher, they will take precedent. The Australian Dental Board will be advising all dental practitioners today.
The Australian Dental Association released a decision tree for level one restrictions on Friday.We will continue to monitor any changes to the dental industry, along with any news relevant to wider business.
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Dentistry rolled back to Level 2 restrictions
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Level 2, according to these guidelines allows for the provision of dental treatments that are unlikely to generate aerosols, or where aerosols generated have the presence of minimal saliva or blood due to the use of a rubber dam.
This is great news, and though contingent on the continued availability of PPE, a sign of a gradual return to normal for the dental industry in Australia.You can read more about Level 2 restrictions, along with the other levels and the rest of the framework for dentistry.
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This update was issued on 28 April 2020 and please note that changes in circumstances after the publication of material or information may impact upon its accuracy and also change regulatory compliance obligations. The statements, regulatory and technical information contained herein are believed to be accurate and are provided for information purposes only. Readers are responsible for assessing its relevance and verifying the accuracy of the content. To the fullest extent permitted by law, ADIA will not be liable for any loss, damage, cost or expense incurred in relation to or arising as a result of relying on the information presented here.| Posted in:Industry NewsCovid News |
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Prime Minister Updates
- CLICK HERE to view the Prime Minister's transcripts and Media Releases on COVID-19.
State and Territory based updates
Economic Response To Coronavirus - Cash flow assistance for businesses summary:
- Assistance around managing cash flow challenges for businesses
- Designed to support small and medium sized businesses
- Cash flow boost intended to keep businesses operating, pay rent, electricity and other bills and retain staff
- The Australian Government to provide up to $100,000 to eligible small and medium sized businesses
- Cash flow boost provides a tax-free payment to employers and is automatically calculated by the Australian Tax Office (ATO). There are no new forms required to be filled out
To read the full fact sheet, CLICK HERE.
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI)
- CLICK HERE to view the COVID-19 ACCI Small Business Conditions Survey - Edition 3 Released
- Banks pause small business loan repayments. CLICK HERE to read more
- CLICK HERE to view the ACCI COVID-19 Employer Guide - Edition 3 Released
- CLICK HERE to view the 2nd Edition of ACCI's JobKeeper Payment - Quick Employer Guide
Workplace Assured
- Can you temporarily close and stand down employees without pay? CLICK HERE to read more
- Coronavirus and carer's leave: your top three questions answered. CLICK HERE to read more
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Employer's guide to Coronavirus. CLICK HERE to read more
Can you claim workers comp if you have Coronavirus? CLICK HERE to read more
Australian support infolines for further advice regarding COVID-19
Business (Australian Government)
Telephone: 13 28 46
business.gov.au
ATO (Australian Tax Office)
Telephone: 1800 806 218
ato.gov.au
Workplace Assured
Telephone: 1300 575 394
workplaceassured.com.au
Other useful resources
- Business Victoria website
- Coronavirus relief measures for Victorians can be found on the State Revenue Office Victoria website
- To keep up to date with travel advice, go to the Smart Traveller website
- For all news related to COVID-19 from the World Health Organization (WHO)
- Current advice from the Australian Government Department of Health
- Essential Information from the Australian Government
