Travelling and Working Off-Campus
Overseas Travel Policy
The University recognises that staff and students are exposed to significant risks whilst travelling off-campus, both within Australia and Overseas.
Due to these risks, an Overseas Travel policy 7.3.03 has been developed. This policy requires that all University decisions about whether staff or students should be permitted to travel to an overseas destination for University-related purposes, must be based on advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
Travel Advice
Staff and students intending to travel overseas and their supervisors are advised to consult Department of Foreign Affairs Travel Advisories.
The most recent DFAT advice may be viewed at:
http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/
The Environment Health & Safety Manual
This sets out general roles and responsibilities for Off-campus activity. See: http://www.unimelb.edu.au/ehsm/7.html#7.1.
Travel Insurance
Staff and students travelling for University-related purposes must have appropriate insurance for travel (including medical) and to cover equipment being taken off campus.
For insurance information, please visit the website of the Insurance Office.