QPS encourages workers and staff to speak up when something appears wrong. This resource explains what whistleblowing is, what types of concerns should be reported and how QPS will respond.
What whistleblowing means
Whistleblowing is raising a genuine concern about wrongdoing, danger or serious risk in the public interest. It is different from a personal grievance, although some issues may overlap. Workers have legal protections when they make certain protected disclosures.
What should be reported
- Fraud, bribery or financial misconduct.
- Modern slavery, exploitation or worker abuse.
- Health and safety risks.
- Harassment, discrimination or serious misconduct.
- Illegal activity or serious breach of policy.
- Payroll issues affecting workers, including incorrect deductions or repeated errors.
- Attempts to conceal wrongdoing.
Why early reporting matters
Protection from retaliation
QPS does not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern. Reports will be treated sensitively, shared only with those who need to know, and reviewed promptly.
How to speak up
Raise the concern with your QPS contact, manager or another appropriate senior person. Where a concern involves your normal contact, use an alternative QPS contact or senior manager. If there is immediate danger, contact emergency services.
