State Government to fine businesses in breach of QR code requirements

Published on 14 May 2021

The Victorian Government has advised that businesses found intentionally flouting the Chief Health Officer's rules - such as the requirement to use QR Code systems - will face on-the-spot fines of $1,652. 

Venues and facilities are required to maintain an electronic record-keeping system for all visitors to assist quick contact tracing. 

The new on-the-spot fine allows Authorised Officers to issue an immediate penalty to deter businesses from intentionally ignoring Chief Health Officer rules.

Authorised Officers will be out throughout May and June, targeting compliance with record keeping and QR code requirements. Businesses not doing the right thing will be issued with the $1,652 fine, along with an Improvement Notice which triggers a follow up visit.

Where there are repeated breaches, a further $9,913 fine can be issued and businesses may be prosecuted in court for continued, blatant or wilful non-compliance with the rules.

For more information, see: New Fine for Businesses Flouting QR Code Requirements