Working With Children Checks (WWCC)
The Australian Motorcycling Competition Association (AMCA) is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all people, including children and young people involved in our sport and across all of our events.
As part of this commitment, we have implemented mandatory Working With Children Checks (WWCC) or Working With Vulnerable People Checks (WWVP) for all officials as well as accredited media across all states and territories, except Western Australia (WA) where the current legislation prohibits AMCA from requesting one.
This page provides information about what this mean for you. The page answers common questions in relation to the checks and provides an overview of state and territory requirements and process in applying for a WWCC/WWVP, including contact information for each state/territory screening service.
No. WWCCs/WWVPs are not transferable between states and territories. If you work or volunteer across different jurisdictions, you must obtain the appropriate clearance check for each separate state/territory.
However, there are exemptions for visitors who work interstate for a short period, provided they hold a valid check in their state/territory of residence.
Each state/territory has different rules around interstate volunteering:
Working With Children Checks (WWCC) or Working With Vulnerable People Checks (WWVP) are screening processes designed to assess the suitability of individuals working with children or other vulnerable groups. These checks aim to help protect children by preventing those who may pose a risk from working or volunteering in child-related activities.
- In New South Wales (NSW), Northern Territory (NT), Queensland (QLD), South Australia (SA), Victoria (VIC), the check is called a Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- In the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Tasmania (TAS), it is called a Working With Vulnerable People Check (WWVP). WWVPs are broader than WWCCs, as they also include screening for those working with vulnerable people across all age groups.
- Western Australia (WA) is currently the only state/territory where WWCC is not mandatory for AMCA officials or media.
Implementing mandatory WWCC/WWVP aligns with AMCA’s commitment to child safety, providing a safer environment for everyone involved in motorsport.
Children under 18 are present at every motorsport event, including as competitors, officials, crew members or spectators and these standards represent best practice in protecting everyone at a AMCA sanctioned event. This brings the standard in line with other national sports like the AFL and Tennis, reflecting good and ethical governance principles.
AMCA Officials, Accredited Media & coaches that reside in Victoria, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Tasmania, Queensland, South Australia and the Australian Capital Territory are required to obtain a valid WWCC or WWVP.
As part of the application and licence renewal process for individuals, AMCA will implement mandatory WWCC and WWVP checks as an Officials Licence and Media Accreditation requirement in New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Northern Territory, Tasmania and Queensland, in line with the existing process in Victoria.
There is no extra administration for clubs and event organisers in these States and Territories, noting that event organisers have their own obligations to ensure any officials working directly with children are eligible to do so.
The WA Government’s Screening Unit has advised that AMCA cannot directly mandate WWCC or WWVP for WA officials. WA officials who officiate multiple events out of state should contact the AMCA Team at enquires@australianmotorcycling.com to discuss their specific circumstances and whether another state-based approval is required.
To comply with our standards, current officials, coaches & accredited media must provide evidence via email of a valid WWCC or WWVP to AMCA at enquires@australianmotorcycling.com
Please click on the button for your respective state or territory and follow the instructions:
WWCCs/WWVPs generally involve a criminal history check and a review of any reports on an individual’s professional conduct, as well as other relevant information regarding an individual’s suitability.
A WWCC/WWVP is more extensive and targeted than a Police Check. While a Police Check provides criminal history information up to the date of issue, a WWCC/WWVP assesses an individual’s ongoing risk to children and vulnerable groups.
WWCCs/WWVPs also consider a broader range of information, including relevant employment proceedings and disciplinary information.
The validity period varies, depending on the state or territory.
- 5 Years: VIC, NSW, ACT, TAS, SA
- 3 Years: QLD
- 2 Years: NT
The cost of a volunteer WWCC/WWVPC also varies.
- NSW, VIC, QLD, ACT, SA: No cost for volunteers and $105.00 (NSW), $131.60 (VIC), $101.30 (QLD), $146.00 (ACT), $117.00 (SA) for paid employment
- NT: $8.00 (volunteer concession fee) and $84.00 for paid employment
- TAS: $22.44 and $130.90 for paid employment
There are some exemptions to the WWCC/WWVP requirement, which vary by state and territory. Here are some common exemptions:
- Parents volunteering at their children’s extra-curricular activities (Note that exceptions apply across each state – see your state’s/territory’s screening unit website for more information)
- Police officers and Federal Police officers in VIC, TAS, ACT, NT
- Registered teachers in VIC
- School students doing work experience in ACT, TAS
Please refer to the specific state/territory government websites for the most accurate and up-to-date information on WWCC/WWVP requirements and application processes.
Australian Capital Territory (ACT): Access Canberra
New South Wales (NSW): Office of the Children’s Guardian
Northern Territory (NT): Safe NT
Queensland (QLD): Queensland Government
South Australia (SA): South Australian Government
Tasmania (TAS): Consumer, Building and Occupational Services Tasmania
Victoria (VIC): Services Victoria
Western Australia (WA): Western Australian Government