Questions about Codes of Conduct

What Codes of Conduct should DES providers follow?

A Code of Conduct is a set of rules about how everyone should behave. 

DES providers must follow certain Codes of Conduct.

This includes the Disability Services and Inclusion (Code of Conduct) Rules 2023.

www.legislation.gov.au/F2023L01725/latest/text(Opens external website)

It also includes the National Standards for Disability Services.

www.dss.gov.au/our-responsibilities/disability-and-carers/standards-and-quality-assurance/national-standards-for-disability-services(Opens external website)

How do Codes of Conduct protect you?

Codes of Conduct protect you by making sure DES providers:

• provide support that meets your needs

• respect your rights and privacy

• include you in decisions about your support

• keep you safe

• work with you to improve how they support you.