MBV would like to inform members that the Victorian Government is supporting small businesses to improve indoor air quality, to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Eligible businesses can now access between $500 and $5000 for air ventilation and filtration equipment, works, or professional services that will help improve air quality indoors.

Under the program, businesses can apply for two types of support:

• Ventilation Rebate – a $500 rebate to take immediate actions such as purchasing an air purifier or hiring a qualified tradesperson to undertake minor services to improve ventilation.
• Ventilation Grant – matched grants between $1000 and $5000 to invest in larger projects such as building works or engaging professional services or equipment to improve ventilation.

The importance of good ventilation is crucial due to COVID-19 being primarily spread between people breathing in very small droplets containing the virus. The risk of transmission is higher in a poorly ventilated space because an infected person can remain circulating, linger, and spread more easily.

Applications will be assessed for eligibility on a first-come, first-served basis until 11.59pm Friday 24 June 2022, or until funds are exhausted.

Click here to read more information on the Small Business Ventilation Rebate.

Click here for more information on improving ventilation in the workplace.