Part A: Background Part A provides an overview of the PHWA as concerns councils and is divided into three Chapters (1-3). Summary of Chapters Chapter 1 purpose of the PHWA and the overall role and > functions of councils in public health in Victoria and how this differs from the role and functions of the Victorian Department of Health. > Details the key principles which must guide and influence all Chapter 2 decisions made and actions taken in respect of the PHWA and how they apply to authorised officers. > Demonstrates when and how a council can appoint an Chapter 3 authorised officer for the purposes of the PHWA. > Explains the difference between authorised officers who are > EHOs and those who are not and the overall roles of each. Differentiates between council appointed authorised officers and the those appointed by the Secretary to the Department of Health. 1 Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 - Guidance Manual
Part A: Background Part A provides an overview of the PHWA as concerns councils and is divided into three Chapters (1-3). Summary of Chapters Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 > > > > > the purpose of the PHWA and the overall role and functions of councils in public health in Victoria and how this differs from the role and functions of the Victorian Department of Health. Details the key principles which must guide and influence all decisions made and actions taken in respect of the PHWA and how they apply to authorised officers. Demonstrates when and how a council can appoint an authorised officer for the purposes of the PHWA. Explains the difference between authorised officers who are EHOs and those who are not and the overall roles of each. Differentiates between council appointed authorised officers and those appointed by the Secretary to the Department of Health. Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 - Guidance Manual 1
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