Prepare for your physiotherapy placement
To be able to go on placement, you will need to submit evidence that you have met the requirements listed below.
You must complete all requirements by the deadline. If you don't, you may not be able to attend your placement and it may significantly impact your ability to progress through your program.
Some of these requirements have expiry dates so there will be times when you will need to renew a requirement. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet or renew all requirements before they expire.
Make sure you read and promptly action any emails from the HMBS Placement Ready team so that we can assist you to be placement ready. If you don't meet the requirements, you will not be able to complete your placement and progress in your program.
Need help?
Contact the HMBS Placement Ready team for help understanding and completing your requirements before you go on placement.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) – Years 1 to 3
Mandatory requirements
If you are enrolled (or planning to enrol) in the below courses for the upcoming year or semester, you must complete the following requirements and provide evidence by the deadlines listed below:
| Mandatory requirement | PHTY1221 Year 1 Semester 2, 2025 | Year 2 Semester 2, 2025 | Year 3 Semester 2, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
HMBS placement preparation module You only need to complete this module once – no renewal required. If you have not previously completed this module, you must complete it by the deadline. | 4 July 2025 | 21 July 2025 | Not applicable |
You must complete your immunisation requirements and provide evidence of current immunisations by the deadline. This includes any follow-up or booster doses. You’ll receive a student immunisation evidence request email with detailed instructions. Start as soon as possible as requirements can take up to 6 months to complete. | Not applicable | 2 July 2025 | Not applicable |
Working with Children Check (blue card) Queensland Working with Children Checks (blue cards) are valid for 3 years. If your blue card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. If you have an existing blue card you will need to link it to UQ. | Not applicable | 21 July 2025 | Not applicable |
National Police Certificate (criminal history check) and statutory declaration if applicable At the time you submit your National Police Certificate it must have at least 6 months' validity left. Certificates are valid for 3 years. If your certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Not applicable | 21 July 2025 | Not applicable |
Queensland Health Student Deed Poll You must complete a new Queensland Health Student Deed Poll for each Hospital and Health Service (HHS) you attend. Do not upload this to InPlace, just take it on your first day of placement. | Not applicable | To be completed once your Queensland Health placement is confirmed | Not applicable |
Queensland Health Orientation Checklist You must complete a Queensland Health Orientation Checklist before starting a Queensland Health placement. | Not applicable | To be completed once your Queensland Health placement is confirmed | Not applicable |
Queensland Health iLearn modules You must complete required iLearn modules before completing your Queensland Health Orientation Checklist. Some iLearn modules only need to be completed once, but some must be renewed. | Not applicable | To be completed once your Queensland Health placement is confirmed | Not applicable |
Queensland Health Record of Allied Health student training You must complete additional iLearn modules and submit evidence of completing them. One of these modules must be renewed annually. When you renew this module you must resubmit the Queensland Health Evidence Record with updated completion dates. | Not applicable | To be completed once your Queensland Health placement is confirmed | Not applicable |
UQ strongly encourages healthcare students to receive the number and timing of COVID-19 vaccine doses recommended by the Australian Government. Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if COVID-19 vaccination is required for your placement and the required number of doses. | 4 July 2025 | Depends on placement site | Not applicable |
Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if flu vaccination is required for your placement. | 4 July 2025 | Depends on placement site | Not applicable |
Possible additional requirements
You may need to provide evidence of additional pre-placement requirements, depending on your allocated placement site or the activity you are undertaking.
Before you start your placement, check with your placement provider or HMBS school to confirm whether any of the below requirements apply to you.
Your school may also require you to complete other tasks before you can attend your placement (such as arranging uniforms or clinic ID cards). If this applies to you, your school will give you more information.
| Possible requirement | PHTY1221 Year 1 Semester 2, 2025 | Year 2 Semester 2, 2025 | Year 3 Semester 2, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
CPR certificates are valid for 1 year. If your CPR certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Not applicable | Depends on placement site | Not applicable |
Quantitative fit testing determines whether a specific make, model and size of N95/P2 mask or respirator achieves an adequate seal on your face. | Not applicable | Depends on placement site | Depends on placement site |
Disability Worker Screening Clearance (yellow card) Disability Worker Screening Clearances (yellow cards) are valid for 5 years. If your yellow card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Not applicable | Depends on placement site | Depends on placement site |
You must complete the requirements before you can start placement in a Mater facility. You only need to complete these requirements once – no renewal required. | Not applicable | Depends on placement site | Depends on placement site |
You must complete the requirements before you can start placement in an NSW Health facility. | Not applicable | Depends on placement site | Depends on placement site |
If you need to travel and stay away from home for your placement (within Australia more than 50km from home, or outside Australia), you must complete additional requirements. | Complete before you leave for placement | Complete before you leave for placement | Complete before you leave for placement |
Professional responsibilities and safety
Understand your professional responsibilities and how to prioritise your safety while you're on placement.
- Fitness to study: standards expected for your professional behaviour and conduct, including reasonable adjustments
- Safety on placement: tips for staying safe, and key contacts for reporting incidents and getting support
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) – Year 4
Mandatory requirements
If you are enrolled (or planning to enrol) in the below courses for the upcoming year or semester, you must complete the following requirements and provide evidence by the deadlines listed below:
| Mandatory requirement | Year 4 2025 |
|---|---|
HMBS placement preparation module You only need to complete this module once – no renewal required. If you have not previously completed this module, you must complete it by the deadline. |
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You must complete your immunisation requirements and provide evidence of current immunisations by the deadline. This includes any follow-up or booster doses. You’ll receive a student immunisation evidence request email with detailed instructions. Start as soon as possible as requirements can take up to 6 months to complete. |
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Working with Children Check (blue card) Queensland Working with Children Checks (blue cards) are valid for 3 years. If your blue card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. If you have an existing blue card you will need to link it to UQ. |
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National Police Certificate (criminal history check) and statutory declaration if applicable At the time you submit your National Police Certificate it must have at least 6 months' validity left. Certificates are valid for 3 years. If your certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. |
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First aid certificates are valid for 3 years. If your first aid certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. |
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CPR certificates are valid for 1 year. If your CPR certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. |
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Possible additional requirements
You may need to provide evidence of additional pre-placement requirements, depending on your allocated placement site or the activity you are undertaking.
Before you start your placement, check with your placement provider or HMBS school to confirm whether any of the below requirements apply to you.
Your school may also require you to complete other tasks before you can attend your placement (such as arranging uniforms or clinic ID cards). If this applies to you, your school will give you more information.
| Possible requirement | When required |
|---|---|
Queensland Health Orientation Checklist You must complete a Queensland Health Orientation Checklist before starting a Queensland Health placement. | Required if you are allocated to a Queensland Health facility |
Queensland Health iLearn modules You must complete required iLearn modules before completing your Queensland Health Orientation Checklist. Some iLearn modules only need to be completed once, but some must be renewed. | Required if you are allocated to a Queensland Health facility |
Queensland Health Record of Allied Health student training You must complete additional iLearn modules and submit evidence of completing them. One of these modules must be renewed annually. When you renew this module you must resubmit the Queensland Health Evidence Record with updated completion dates. | Required if you are allocated to a Queensland Health facility |
Queensland Health Student Deed Poll You must complete a new Queensland Health Student Deed Poll for each Hospital and Health Service (HHS) you attend. Do not upload this to InPlace, just take it on your first day of placement. | Required if you are allocated to a Queensland Health facility. To be submitted in person at your placement. |
You must complete the requirements before you can start placement in a Mater facility. You only need to complete these requirements once – no renewal required. | Required if you are allocated to a Mater Health facility |
UQ strongly encourages healthcare students to receive the number and timing of COVID-19 vaccine doses recommended by the Australian Government. Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if COVID-19 vaccination is required for your placement and the required number of doses. | Depends on placement site |
Quantitative fit testing determines whether a specific make, model and size of N95/P2 mask or respirator achieves an adequate seal on your face. | Depends on placement site |
Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if flu vaccination is required for your placement. | Depends on placement site |
Disability Worker Screening Clearance (yellow card) Disability Worker Screening Clearances (yellow cards) are valid for 5 years. If your yellow card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Depends on placement site |
You must complete the requirements before you can start placement in an NSW Health facility. | Only if placed at NSW Health locations |
If you need to travel and stay away from home for your placement (within Australia more than 50km from home, or outside Australia), you must complete additional requirements. | Complete before you leave for placement |
Professional responsibilities and safety
Understand your professional responsibilities and how to prioritise your safety while you're on placement.
- Fitness to study: standards expected for your professional behaviour and conduct, including reasonable adjustments
- Safety on placement: tips for staying safe, and key contacts for reporting incidents and getting support
Master of Physiotherapy – Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Mandatory requirements
If you are enrolled (or planning to enrol) in the below courses for the upcoming year or semester, you must complete the following requirements and provide evidence by the deadlines listed below:
| Mandatory requirement | PHTY7943 Semester 2, 2025 |
|---|---|
HMBS placement preparation module You only need to complete this module once – no renewal required. If you have not previously completed this module, you must complete it by the deadline. | 4 July 2025 |
You must complete your immunisation requirements and provide evidence of current immunisations by the deadline. This includes any follow-up or booster doses. You’ll receive a student immunisation evidence request email with detailed instructions. Start as soon as possible as requirements can take up to 6 months to complete. | 4 July 2025 |
National Police Certificate (criminal history check) and statutory declaration if applicable At the time you submit your National Police Certificate it must have at least 6 months' validity left. Certificates are valid for 3 years. If your certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | 4 July 2025 |
First aid certificates are valid for 3 years. If your first aid certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | 4 July 2025 |
CPR certificates are valid for 1 year. If your CPR certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | 4 July 2025 |
Queensland Health Student Deed Poll You must complete a new Queensland Health Student Deed Poll for each Hospital and Health Service (HHS) you attend. Do not upload this to InPlace, just take it on your first day of placement. | To be completed once your Queensland Health placement is confirmed |
Queensland Health Orientation Checklist You must complete a Queensland Health Orientation Checklist before starting a Queensland Health placement. | 4 July 2025 |
Queensland Health iLearn modules You must complete required iLearn modules before completing your Queensland Health Orientation Checklist. Some iLearn modules only need to be completed once, but some must be renewed. | 4 July 2025 |
Queensland Health Record of Allied Health student training You must complete additional iLearn modules and submit evidence of completing them. One of these modules must be renewed annually. When you renew this module you must resubmit the Queensland Health Evidence Record with updated completion dates. | 4 July 2025 |
You must renew your registration annually. | 4 July 2025 |
Possible additional requirements
You may need to provide evidence of additional pre-placement requirements, depending on your allocated placement site or the activity you are undertaking.
Before you start your placement, check with your placement provider or HMBS school to confirm whether any of the below requirements apply to you.
Your school may also require you to complete other tasks before you can attend your placement (such as arranging uniforms or clinic ID cards). If this applies to you, your school will give you more information.
| Possible requirement | When required |
|---|---|
UQ strongly encourages healthcare students to receive the number and timing of COVID-19 vaccine doses recommended by the Australian Government. Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if COVID-19 vaccination is required for your placement and the required number of doses. | Depends on placement site |
Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if flu vaccination is required for your placement. | Depends on placement site |
Disability Worker Screening Clearance (yellow card) Disability Worker Screening Clearances (yellow cards) are valid for 5 years. If your yellow card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Depends on placement site |
Quantitative fit testing determines whether a specific make, model and size of N95/P2 mask or respirator achieves an adequate seal on your face. | Depends on placement site |
If you need to travel and stay away from home for your placement (within Australia more than 50km from home, or outside Australia), you must complete additional requirements. | Complete before you leave for placement |
Professional responsibilities and safety
Understand your professional responsibilities and how to prioritise your safety while you're on placement.
- Fitness to study: standards expected for your professional behaviour and conduct, including reasonable adjustments
- Safety on placement: tips for staying safe, and key contacts for reporting incidents and getting support
Master of Physiotherapy – Sports Physiotherapy
Mandatory requirements
If you are enrolled (or planning to enrol) in the below courses for the upcoming year or semester, you must complete the following requirements and provide evidence by the deadlines listed below:
| Mandatory requirement | PHTY7946 Semester 2, 2025 | PHTY7967 Semester 1, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
HMBS placement preparation module You only need to complete this module once – no renewal required. If you have not previously completed this module, you must complete it by the deadline. | 4 July 2025 | To be advised |
You must complete your immunisation requirements and provide evidence of current immunisations by the deadline. This includes any follow-up or booster doses. You’ll receive a student immunisation evidence request email with detailed instructions. Start as soon as possible as requirements can take up to 6 months to complete. | 4 July 2025 | To be advised |
First aid certificates are valid for 3 years. If your first aid certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | 4 July 2025 | To be advised |
CPR certificates are valid for 1 year. If your CPR certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | 4 July 2025 | To be advised |
You must complete the Provide Emergency Care for Suspected Spinal Injury course. | Not applicable | To be advised |
You must renew your registration annually. | 4 July 2025 | Not applicable |
Sport Integrity Australia eLearning courses You must complete the required online courses and submit evidence of completing them. | Not applicable | To be advised |
Possible additional requirements
You may need to provide evidence of additional pre-placement requirements, depending on your allocated placement site or the activity you are undertaking.
Before you start your placement, check with your placement provider or HMBS school to confirm whether any of the below requirements apply to you.
Your school may also require you to complete other tasks before you can attend your placement (such as arranging uniforms or clinic ID cards). If this applies to you, your school will give you more information.
| Possible requirement | When required |
|---|---|
UQ strongly encourages healthcare students to receive the number and timing of COVID-19 vaccine doses recommended by the Australian Government. Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if COVID-19 vaccination is required for your placement and the required number of doses. | Depends on placement site |
Quantitative fit testing determines whether a specific make, model and size of N95/P2 mask or respirator achieves an adequate seal on your face. | Depends on placement site |
Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if flu vaccination is required for your placement. | Depends on placement site |
Disability Worker Screening Clearance (yellow card) Disability Worker Screening Clearances (yellow cards) are valid for 5 years. If your yellow card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Depends on placement site |
If you need to travel and stay away from home for your placement (within Australia more than 50km from home, or outside Australia), you must complete additional requirements. | Complete before you leave for placement |
Professional responsibilities and safety
Understand your professional responsibilities and how to prioritise your safety while you're on placement.
- Fitness to study: standards expected for your professional behaviour and conduct, including reasonable adjustments
- Safety on placement: tips for staying safe, and key contacts for reporting incidents and getting support
Master of Physiotherapy Studies – Year 1
Mandatory requirements
If you are enrolled (or planning to enrol) in the below courses for the upcoming year or semester, you must complete the following requirements and provide evidence by the deadlines listed below:
| Mandatory requirement | PHTY7815 |
|---|---|
HMBS placement preparation module You only need to complete this module once – no renewal required. If you have not previously completed this module, you must complete it by the deadline. | Not applicable – no placements |
You must complete your immunisation requirements and provide evidence of current immunisations by the deadline. This includes any follow-up or booster doses. You’ll receive a student immunisation evidence request email with detailed instructions. Start as soon as possible as requirements can take up to 6 months to complete. | Not applicable – no placements |
Working with Children Check (blue card) Queensland Working with Children Checks (blue cards) are valid for 3 years. If your blue card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. If you have an existing blue card you will need to link it to UQ. | Not applicable – no placements |
National Police Certificate (criminal history check) and statutory declaration if applicable At the time you submit your National Police Certificate it must have at least 6 months' validity left. Certificates are valid for 3 years. If your certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Not applicable – no placements |
First aid certificates are valid for 3 years. If your first aid certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Not applicable – no placements |
CPR certificates are valid for 1 year. If your CPR certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Not applicable – no placements |
Queensland Health Student Deed Poll You must complete a new Queensland Health Student Deed Poll for each Hospital and Health Service (HHS) you attend. Do not upload this to InPlace, just take it on your first day of placement. | Not applicable – no placements |
Queensland Health Orientation Checklist You must complete a Queensland Health Orientation Checklist before starting a Queensland Health placement. | Not applicable – no placements |
Queensland Health iLearn modules You must complete required iLearn modules before completing your Queensland Health Orientation Checklist. Some iLearn modules only need to be completed once, but some must be renewed. | Not applicable – no placements |
Queensland Health Record of Allied Health student training You must complete additional iLearn modules and submit evidence of completing them. One of these modules must be renewed annually. When you renew this module you must resubmit the Queensland Health Evidence Record with updated completion dates. | Not applicable – no placements |
Possible additional requirements
You may need to provide evidence of additional pre-placement requirements, depending on your allocated placement site or the activity you are undertaking.
Before you start your placement, check with your placement provider or HMBS school to confirm whether any of the below requirements apply to you.
Your school may also require you to complete other tasks before you can attend your placement (such as arranging uniforms or clinic ID cards). If this applies to you, your school will give you more information.
| Possible requirement | All students |
|---|---|
UQ strongly encourages healthcare students to receive the number and timing of COVID-19 vaccine doses recommended by the Australian Government. Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if COVID-19 vaccination is required for your placement and the required number of doses. | Depends on placement site |
Quantitative fit testing determines whether a specific make, model and size of N95/P2 mask or respirator achieves an adequate seal on your face. | Depends on placement site |
Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if flu vaccination is required for your placement. | Depends on placement site |
Disability Worker Screening Clearance (yellow card) Disability Worker Screening Clearances (yellow cards) are valid for 5 years. If your yellow card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Depends on placement site |
You must complete the requirements before you can start placement in an NSW Health facility. | Only if placed at NSW Health locations |
If you need to travel and stay away from home for your placement (within Australia more than 50km from home, or outside Australia), you must complete additional requirements. | Complete before you leave for placement |
Professional responsibilities and safety
Understand your professional responsibilities and how to prioritise your safety while you're on placement.
- Fitness to study: standards expected for your professional behaviour and conduct, including reasonable adjustments
- Safety on placement: tips for staying safe, and key contacts for reporting incidents and getting support
Master of Physiotherapy Studies – Year 2
Mandatory requirements
If you are enrolled (or planning to enrol) in the below courses for the upcoming year or semester, you must complete the following requirements and provide evidence by the deadlines listed below:
| Mandatory requirement | PHTY7814 Semester 1, 2025 | Year 2 blocks 2025 |
|---|---|---|
HMBS placement preparation module You only need to complete this module once – no renewal required. If you have not previously completed this module, you must complete it by the deadline. | Once only |
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You must complete your immunisation requirements and provide evidence of current immunisations by the deadline. This includes any follow-up or booster doses. You’ll receive a student immunisation evidence request email with detailed instructions. Start as soon as possible as requirements can take up to 6 months to complete. | Monitor expiry |
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Working with Children Check (blue card) Queensland Working with Children Checks (blue cards) are valid for 3 years. If your blue card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. If you have an existing blue card you will need to link it to UQ. | Monitor expiry |
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National Police Certificate (criminal history check) and statutory declaration if applicable At the time you submit your National Police Certificate it must have at least 6 months' validity left. Certificates are valid for 3 years. If your certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Monitor expiry |
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First aid certificates are valid for 3 years. If your first aid certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Monitor expiry |
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CPR certificates are valid for 1 year. If your CPR certificate is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Monitor expiry |
|
Possible additional requirements
You may need to provide evidence of additional pre-placement requirements, depending on your allocated placement site or the activity you are undertaking.
Before you start your placement, check with your placement provider or HMBS school to confirm whether any of the below requirements apply to you.
Your school may also require you to complete other tasks before you can attend your placement (such as arranging uniforms or clinic ID cards). If this applies to you, your school will give you more information.
| Possible requirement | All students |
|---|---|
Queensland Health Orientation Checklist You must complete a Queensland Health Orientation Checklist before starting a Queensland Health placement. | Required if you are allocated to a Queensland Health facility |
Queensland Health iLearn modules You must complete required iLearn modules before completing your Queensland Health Orientation Checklist. Some iLearn modules only need to be completed once, but some must be renewed. | Required if you are allocated to a Queensland Health facility |
Queensland Health Record of Allied Health student training You must complete additional iLearn modules and submit evidence of completing them. One of these modules must be renewed annually. When you renew this module you must resubmit the Queensland Health Evidence Record with updated completion dates. | Required if you are allocated to a Queensland Health facility |
Queensland Health Student Deed Poll You must complete a new Queensland Health Student Deed Poll for each Hospital and Health Service (HHS) you attend. Do not upload this to InPlace, just take it on your first day of placement. | Required if you are allocated to a Queensland Health facility. Provide in person at your placement |
You must complete the requirements before you can start placement in a Mater facility. You only need to complete these requirements once – no renewal required. | Required if you are allocated to a Mater Health facility. |
UQ strongly encourages healthcare students to receive the number and timing of COVID-19 vaccine doses recommended by the Australian Government. Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if COVID-19 vaccination is required for your placement and the required number of doses. | Depends on placement site |
Quantitative fit testing determines whether a specific make, model and size of N95/P2 mask or respirator achieves an adequate seal on your face. | Depends on placement site |
Pay close attention to the student immunisation evidence request that will be emailed to you. It will tell you if flu vaccination is required for your placement. | Depends on placement site |
Disability Worker Screening Clearance (yellow card) Disability Worker Screening Clearances (yellow cards) are valid for 5 years. If your yellow card is due to expire while you are attending placement, you must renew it. | Depends on placement site |
You must complete the requirements before you can start placement in an NSW Health facility. | Only if placed at NSW Health locations |
If you need to travel and stay away from home for your placement (within Australia more than 50km from home, or outside Australia), you must complete additional requirements. | Complete before you leave for placement |
Professional responsibilities and safety
Understand your professional responsibilities and how to prioritise your safety while you're on placement.
- Fitness to study: standards expected for your professional behaviour and conduct, including reasonable adjustments
- Safety on placement: tips for staying safe, and key contacts for reporting incidents and getting support