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Centrelink phone protocols 111-05000000



This document outlines topics that include answering, dealing with and finalising calls in Centrelink.

Procedures and protocols

The procedures in these topics present the protocols, or procedural rules, that are expected to be followed in telephone communication situations, including the processes to be implemented for a business disruption event or emergency situation.

These protocols are to be used by all staff.

Contents

Answering calls in Centrelink

Calling a customer or returning a customer's call

Creating, reviewing and deleting documents (including Fast Notes and DOA DOCs)

Business Continuity Procedures (BCP)

Customer Overview

Risk identification and management of threats to the safety or welfare of a child

Using the National Relay Service (NRS)