International Travel Guide
- In case of emergency
- How to log an incident
- Travelling with IMTS devices
- If you are a Security Cleared staff member
- Simple safety tips to remember when travelling overseas
If an emergency occurs while travelling overseas please contact AIG Australia in the first instance to assess the situation and provide assistance. AIG can be contacted via the following number when overseas +60 3 2772 5641 or email: auassistance@aig.com.
Alternatively, please contact the Australian Consulate for emergency assistance.
Within Australia: 1300 555 135
Overseas: +61 2 6261 3305
If whilst travelling you encounter any form of incident, injury or near miss such as a vehicle accident, security issue, injury or other non-emergency event, please contact your supervisor immediately, or as soon as reasonably practicable, and record the incident in SafetyNet online.
If you are travelling with an IMTS managed device such as a laptop, or mobile, you are required to contact the IMTS Service Desk a minimum of ten (10) business days in advance of scheduled overseas travel to advise on a variety of areas that our outlined in the Travelling Overseas with Devices Policy. Based on the information provided will determine the type of action needed to be undertaken by IMTS.
If you hold an Australian Security Clearance you will get a briefing where you will receive your clearance details and forms to complete.
If your clearance is sponsored by UOW, you will need to submit your details to UOW's Security Officer and Chief Security Officer for approval.
If your clearance is sponsored by another organisation you will need to submit your details to that organisations Security Officer and also attach a copy to UOW's Security Officer for processing.
When travelling overseas always remember to follow these simple safety tips to keep yourself and other safe:
- Limit using unsecured public Wi-Fi
- Try not to plug any USB's into wall based charging points
- Do not accept any portable storage devices as gifts
- Refrain from talking about your work with unknown people
- Be aware of undue contact from government officials
- Be aware of your surroundings