PRIVACY POLICY
1. Introduction
Western Sydney Hindi School is committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, staff, and volunteers. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information in accordance with Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
2. What Information We Collect
To provide language education and ensure student safety, we collect:
- Student Details: Name, Date of birth, gender, and language background.
- Parent/Guardian Details: Names, home addresses, phone numbers, and emails.
- Health Information: Allergy details, anaphylaxis/asthma plans, and disability support needs.
- Attendance & Progress: Weekly attendance records and academic reports.
- Compliance Data: Working With Children Check (WWCC) numbers and verification status for all staff.
3. Why We Collect This Information
We collect this data for the following purposes:
- Educational Services: To manage enrolments and deliver language lessons.
- Duty of Care: To ensure the health and safety of students while on campus.
- NSW Government Funding: We are required to provide student data to the NSW Department of Education to receive per-capita funding under the Community Languages Schools Program.
- Emergency Contact: To reach parents in the event of an accident or illness.
4. Use of Images and Video
We will only take photographs or videos of students if we have received explicit written consent from a parent/guardian via our Enrolment Form.
- Images may be used for school newsletters, our website, or social media to celebrate student achievements.
- Parents may withdraw this consent at any time by contacting the School Principal.
5. Storage and Security
We take all reasonable steps to protect personal information:
- Physical Records: Enrolment forms and medical plans are kept in a locked filing cabinet accessible only by authorized staff.
- Digital Records: Data is stored on password-protected devices and secure cloud drives.
- Retention: In accordance with NSW regulations, attendance and financial records are kept for a minimum of 7 years.
6. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or rent our mailing lists to third parties. We only disclose information to:
- The NSW Department of Education (for funding and compliance audits).
- Community Language Schools Federation (wherever required)
- Medical professionals (in an emergency).
- Our insurance providers (if a claim arises).
7. Accessing and Correcting Your Information
Parents have the right to access the personal information we hold about their child. If you believe any information we have is incorrect or out of date, please contact us to request a correction.
8. Complaints
If you have a concern about how your privacy has been handled, please contact our School Coordinator at coordinator@wshs.nsw.edu.au or President at president@wshs.nsw.edu.au. We will respond to all privacy inquiries within 10 business days.
CHILD SAFE REPORTING POLICY
Introduction
WSHS has a clear child safe reporting system. To help keep children safe, we create, maintain and improve our child safe reporting practices to ensure they remain effective. Everyone in our School must:
- know what to report, who to report it to and how to report it
- report any concerns about the safety or welfare of a child or young person immediately,
- feel confident that concerns and allegations will be dealt with honestly and fairly,
- feel confident in reporting unacceptable behaviour around children and young people
- ensure the safety and wellbeing of the child is paramount when an allegation is made.
Definitions of Harm and Abuse
Psychological Abuse
Includes bullying, threatening and abusive language, intimidation, shaming and name calling, ignoring and isolating a child, and exposure to domestic and family violence.
Physical Abuse
Includes physical punishment such as pushing, shoving, punching, slapping and kicking, resulting in injury, burns, choking or bruising.
Sexual Abuse
Includes the sexual touching of a child, grooming, and production, distribution or possession of child abuse material (often known as photography).
Grooming
The process where a person manipulates a child or group of children, and sometimes those looking after them, including parents, carers, teachers and leaders. They do this to establish a position of trust so they can then later sexually abuse the child.
Misconduct
Inappropriate behaviour that may not be as severe as abuse, although could indicate that abuse is occurring and would often be in breach of an organisation’s Child Safe Code of Conduct*, including showing a child something inappropriate on a phone, having inappropriate conversations with a child or an adult sitting with a child on their lap.
Lack of Appropriate Care
Includes not providing adequate and proper supervision, nourishment, clothing, shelter, education or medical care.
*Please refer to our Child Safe Code of Conduct Policy for a full list of acceptable and unacceptable behaviours at our organisation.
Types of Complaints (What to Report)
All complaints should be reported. This includes:
- criminal conduct
- risk of significant harm (ROSH)
- disclosures of abuse
- unacceptable behaviour around children and young people that breaches our Child Safe Code of Conduct
- suspicion of harm or abuse to a child or young person
- reportable conduct
Making a Complaint (Who Can Report)
Everyone in our organisation has the right to make a genuine complaint and won’t be punished if they do. This includes children and young people, staff members and volunteers. Reporting abuse is mandatory and encouraged – it is never obstructed or prevented.
Reporting Obligations (Who to Report To)
Reporting Criminal Conduct
Contact NSW Police on 131 444 for anything you consider could be a criminal offence. This includes sexual assault, physical assault, grooming offences, and producing, disseminating or possessing child abuse material.
Note: It is a criminal offence for adults not to report to police if they know or believe that a child abuse offence has been committed. In addition, people employed in child-related work may be subject to a criminal offence if they fail to reduce or remove the risk of a child becoming a victim of child abuse.
Reporting Risk of Significant Harm
Any person who has reasonable grounds to believe that a child or young person is at risk of significant harm (ROSH) can report to the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) on 132 111 (this is a 24-hour service).
Mandatory reporters must report to the Child Story Reporter Community if they have reasonable grounds to suspect a child is at ROSH.
Reporting Allegations and Convictions
Relevant entities must notify the Office of the Children’s Guardian of reportable allegations or convictions (that is, reportable conduct). This includes sexual offences, sexual misconduct, ill-treatment of a child, neglect of a child, an assault against a child, failure to protect a child or failure to report if a child has been harmed, as well as any behaviour that causes significant psychological harm to a child.
Reporting Breaches of our Child Safe Code of Conduct
All complaints must be reported to our child safe contact officer.
Risk Management Strategies (How to Report)
To ensure the immediate and ongoing safety of the child:
- establish the welfare and safety of the child and take steps to ensure the child is removed from the risk
- reassure them and remain calm
- listen carefully without interrupting
- don't ask leading questions or any additional questions once you've established there is a genuine concern (to not compromise future investigations by NSW Police or DCJ)
- support them, reassuring the child that they have done the right thing, that you believe them and that the abuse is not their fault
- explain what will happen, including timeframes
- don’t make promises you can’t keep
- don’t confront the alleged perpetrator
- seek guidance if you are unsure about what to do.
It is the child safety officer’s role to conduct a risk assessment after receiving an allegation, to ensure the safety of all people involved and maintain the integrity of the investigation.
Procedural Fairness, Including Privacy and Confidentiality (How to Report)
Any allegation of abuse will be treated in a fair, transparent and timely manner. Workers subject to an allegation will be notified when a disciplinary hearing will take place and what will occur at the hearing. We follow the obligations defined under the Privacy Act 1988 (Commonwealth), and relevant reportable conduct investigations are conducted with the OCG’s Reportable Conduct Directorate.
Additionally:
- all information is recorded on our reporting form for complaints and allegations
- all reporting forms for complaints and allegations are stored securely and only accessed by those in the organisation with responsibility for oversight of the investigation
- information may be exchanged under Chapter 16A of the Child and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998, with other agencies who have responsibilities relating to the safety, welfare or wellbeing of children or young people
- our organisation maintains the privacy of those involved in accordance with our obligations under the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998
- if an incident is found to be substantiated, likely outcomes or responses will be determined by HR or from advice given by relevant authorities (police, DCJ or OCG)
Complaint Process (How to Report)
Once a complaint has been made, use this step-by-step process to make sure it’s appropriately followed up:
- steps taken to remove child from harm
- incident recorded
- reporting obligations met, if necessary
- investigation conducted, keeping everyone involved up to date with what’s happening
- offering ongoing support to the child as needed
- reviewing the incident and updating the organisation’s child safe policies, if necessary
Legislation
- Crimes Act 1900
- Child and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act 1998
- Children’s Guardian Act 2019
- Privacy Act 1988 (Commonwealth)
- Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998
How We Publicise Our Child Safe Reporting Policy
To ensure everyone in our organisation is aware of our Child Safe Reporting Policy and their reporting obligations we:
- hold information sessions about our child safe policies and how they apply to families, workers and children
- create and display important information from our Child Safe Reporting Policy that describes what to report, who to report to and how to report, including fact sheets, brochures and posters
- provide workers with internal and external training opportunities so they understand our processes for complaints and allegations
- create and promote age- and ability-appropriate programs for children and young people that explain what do if they feel sad, angry or concerned.
Review Date
This policy will be reviewed every two years and after any critical incidents, to ensure continuous improvement of our child safe practices and that we keep up to date with relevant legislation and industry requirements.
Children and young people have an opportunity to provide feedback on the policy and complaint handling.
Child Safe Code of Conduct Policy
Commitment to Child Safety
At Western Sydney Hindi School, we are committed to supporting the safety of all children, with a zero-tolerance approach to abuse. This includes a culture where preventing and reporting abuse is encouraged and supported.
All staff and volunteers are responsible for promoting the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. This includes understanding and responding to children’s diverse needs and cultural considerations.
Our Child Safe Code of Conduct sets out how we expect adults in our organisation to behave around children to help prevent harm and abuse in our physical spaces and online. Our Child Safe Code of Conduct identifies:
- ‘I will’ child safe behaviours that we consider acceptable
- ‘I won’t’ behaviours that we consider unacceptable.
Engaging in unacceptable behaviour is a breach of our Child Safe Code of Conduct and may result in disciplinary action.
1. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to establish clear expectations for the behaviour and professional boundaries of all adults within the Western Sydney Hindi School community. It ensures that the school environment is safe, supportive, and free from any form of abuse or grooming behaviour, in accordance with the Children’s Guardian Act 2019 (NSW).
2. Scope
This policy applies to all "School Associates," including:
- All employees (teaching and non-teaching).
- All volunteers, parent helpers, and student teachers.
- Contractors and external service providers.
- Members of the School Board and Management Committee.
3. Policy Statement
Different Types of Child Harm and Abuse
Child abuse takes many forms. It can include psychological, physical and sexual abuse, grooming, misconduct and lack of appropriate care as defined below.
Psychological Abuse (also known as emotional abuse)
This includes bullying, threatening and abusive language, intimidation, shaming and name calling, ignoring and isolating a child, and exposure to domestic and family violence.
Physical Abuse
This includes physical punishment, such as pushing, shoving, punching, slapping and kicking, resulting in injury, burns, choking or bruising.
Sexual Abuse
This includes the sexual touching of a child, grooming, and production, distribution or possession of child abuse material.
Grooming
This is a process where a person manipulates a child or group of children and sometimes those looking after them, including parents, carers, teachers and leaders. They do this to establish a position of ‘trust’ so they can then later sexually abuse the child.
Misconduct
This is inappropriate behaviour that may not be as severe as abuse, but could indicate that abuse is occurring and would often be in breach of an organisation’s Child Safe Code of Conduct. This could include showing a child something inappropriate on a phone, having inappropriate conversations with a child or an adult sitting with a child on their lap.
Lack of Appropriate Care
This includes not providing adequate and proper supervision, nourishment, clothing, shelter, education or medical care.
Acceptable and Unacceptable Behaviours in our Organisation
The list of acceptable and unacceptable behaviours below are in relation to interactions of staff and volunteers with children who interact with our organisation’s services, locations or activities.
I Will:
- treat all children with respect
- uphold the rights of the child and always prioritise their needs
- make sure the needs of all children remain the paramount focus of any decision-making
- listen to and value the ideas and opinions of all children, and respond to them appropriately
- welcome all children and their families and carers, and ask them to participate in decisions around child safety
- actively promote safe and inclusive practices for all children, including those with diverse needs, circumstances and backgrounds, including children with disability
- adhere to the organisation’s child safe policies, procedures and practices
- participate in all compulsory child safe training
- include a child’s parent or carer in any direct online communication or correspondence
- when transporting a child at work, take all reasonable steps to ensure at least two adults are travelling with the child at all times or put in place a suitable arrangement between my organisation and the parents or carers of the child. If the child is alone, they must sit in the back seat of the vehicle.
- let the organisation know about any out-of-hours contact with any children in the care of our organisation or who interact with our services, and make sure there is a valid reason for this contact and parents or carers are also aware of this contact
- take all reasonable steps to protect children from harm and abuse, and report and act on any concerns or allegations (see reporting obligations below)
- report any conflicts of interest such as a relationship with a child that is outside the organisation
- raise concerns with the leadership team if risks to child safety are identified
- take a child seriously if they disclose harm or abuse and follow the correct procedures for responding to a disclosure
- make sure breaches of the Child Safe Code of Conduct and any instances of concerning behaviour from adults are reported immediately
- respect the privacy of children, and their families, and keep all information about child protection concerns confidential
I Won’t:
- condone or participate in unsafe, harmful or abusive behaviour towards children, including psychological, physical and sexual abuse, grooming, misconduct or lack of appropriate care
- ignore or disregard any concerns, suspicions or disclosures of child abuse
- exaggerate or trivialise child abuse issues
- persistently criticise or denigrate a child
- use hurtful, discriminatory or offensive behaviour or language with children
- verbally assault a child, or create a climate of fear
- deliberately prevent a child from forming friendships
- engage in unwarranted and inappropriate touching involving a child
- be alone with a child without supervision or adequate risk management in place
- have contact after hours with children
- encourage a child to communicate with me in a private setting, including online or on social media
- give personal gifts or benefits of any kind to a child unless direct permission has been given from the parent or carer
- share details of sexual experiences with a child
- use sexual language or gestures in the presence of children
- show sexual, violent or other inappropriate images to a child
- take videos or images of children interacting with the organisation or under the care of the organisation on a personal device without permission from the organisation
- share videos or images of children on social media without consent
- fail to report information to police or other relevant authorities if I know a child has been harmed or abused
4. Key Performance Requirements
4.1 Professional Boundaries
All School Associates must maintain professional boundaries at all times. This includes:
- Visibility: All interactions with students must occur in a space that is visible to others.
- Touch: Physical contact must be minimal, age-appropriate, and required for the child's wellbeing (e.g., first aid or brief comfort). It must never be secretive.
- Communication: Communication must be limited to school-related matters and occur only through official school-monitored channels.
4.2 Prohibited Behaviours
The school strictly prohibits:
- Consumption of alcohol or illicit drugs in the presence of students.
- Use of personal mobile devices to photograph or video students (unless specifically authorized for a school event).
- Developing "special" relationships with students (e.g., giving gifts, private outings, or babysitting).
- Disclosure of a student’s personal information to unauthorized third parties.
4.3 Concerning Behaviours
Concerning behaviours are behaviours that on their own may not constitute a breach of our Child Safe Code of Conduct but when viewed together may indicate grooming behaviour.
These include:
- Showing favour to one child over others
- Babysitting children without prior consent from the organisation (babysitting outside the organisation is only allowed in exceptional circumstances when the child and their family or carer is known has a pre-existing relationship with the staff member or volunteer outside the organisation)
- Participating in the lives of children outside the service without a valid reason
- Crossing professional boundaries with the children in our care
- Spending time alone with children
- Being ‘child centric’, which means showing a preference for hanging out with children rather than adults.
4.4 Cultural Safety and Inclusion
Associates must actively promote the safety of:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
- Children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
- Children with disabilities and those who are vulnerable.
5. Implementation & Compliance
5.1 The Mandatory Declaration
It is a condition of entry and employment at WSHS that every School Associate reads, understands, and signs the Child Safe Code of Conduct Declaration.
- New Staff/Volunteers: Must sign prior to their first day of work/service.
- Existing Staff: Must re-sign at the beginning of each school year (Term 1).
5.2 Verification
The Principal is responsible for verifying that a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) is held and recorded in the School’s Compliance Register before the Declaration is accepted.
6. Breaches of this Policy
WSHS takes any breach of this Code of Conduct seriously.
- Minor Breaches: May result in formal warnings and mandatory re-training.
- Serious Breaches: May result in immediate termination of employment or volunteer service.
- Legal Obligations: If a breach involves "Reportable Conduct" (as defined by the NSW Children’s Guardian), the school is legally required to notify the Office of the Children’s Guardian within 7 days, regardless of whether the staff member resigns.
7. Reporting Concerns
Anyone who witnesses an adult behaving in a way that breaches this policy must report it immediately to:
- The Principal (Child Safety Officer).
- The President (if the concern involves the Principal).
8. Policy Review
This policy shall be reviewed every two years or as required by NESA (NSW Education Standards Authority) to ensure it reflects current best practices and legislative requirements.
COMPLAINT HANDLING POLICY & PROCEDURES
1. Introduction and Rationale
Western Sydney Hindi School values the feedback of its community. This policy ensures that complaints are handled in a structured, transparent, and fair manner. It aligns with the NSW Department of Education’s requirements for funded community schools.
2. Definitions
- Concern: An informal expression of dissatisfaction (e.g., a parent asking why a child didn't get a specific book).
- Complaint: A formal expression of dissatisfaction with a service, person, or process that requires a formal response.
- Procedural Fairness: The right of all parties to be heard, to know the allegations against them, and to have a decision-maker who is unbiased.
3. Categories of Complaints & Pathways
Not all complaints follow the same path. This policy categorizes them as follows:
| Category | Typical Issues | Lead Handler |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 : Informal | Minor classroom issues, Homework queries | Class Teacher |
| Level 2 : Formal | Staff conduct, repeated unresolved Issues, grading disputes | School Principal / Coordinator |
| Level 3 : Governance | Financial mismanagement, Committee Disputes, Policy breaches | School Management Committee |
| Level 4 : Mandatory | Child Protection, Safety risks, or Criminal activity | Police/DCJ/Office of Children Guardian |
4. Detailed Procedures
Step 1: Lodgement
Complaints may be lodged via the Complaint Form (attached to this policy), by email to coordinator@wshs.nsw.edu.au or president@wshs.nsw.edu.au or in person. If a complaint is made verbally, the staff member must document it and seek the complainant's signature on the record.
Step 2: Acknowledgement (Within 3 Business Days)
The School Principal or Coordinator or President will acknowledge receipt in writing. This acknowledgement will include:
- A summary of the issue as understood by the school.
- The name of the person handling the complaint.
- An estimated timeframe for resolution.
Step 3: Assessment and Investigation (Within 10 Business Days)
The investigator will:
- Review all relevant documentation (e.g., attendance rolls, incident reports).
- Conduct separate interviews with the complainant and the respondent.
- The Right to a Support Person: All parties are informed they may have a support person present. This person is an observer, not an advocate.
Step 4: Resolution and Outcome (Within 20 Business Days)
A formal Outcome Letter will be sent to the complainant, detailing:
- The findings of the investigation.
- Whether the complaint was upheld, partially upheld, or not upheld.
- Proposed actions (e.g., staff training, policy change, apology).
- Information on how to appeal the decision.
5. Appeals Process
If the complainant is unsatisfied with the Principal’s decision, they may appeal to the School Management Committee within 14 days. The Committee will appoint an internal sub-committee (who were not involved in the original investigation) to review the process and decision.
6. Record Keeping and Privacy
- Complaints Register: All formal complaints are recorded in a central register.
- Privacy: Records are kept for 7 years (or longer if they involve child safety) in accordance with NSW record-keeping standards. Information is only shared on a "need to know" basis.
7. Mandatory Reporting Trigger
Note: If at any stage a complaint suggests a child is at "Risk of Significant Harm" (ROSH), the school will immediately suspend this policy's investigation and follow the Mandatory Reporting Procedure via the NSW Child Protection Helpline.
COMPLIANCE & GRIEVANCE POLICY
1. Purpose and Scope
The goal of this policy is to provide a clear, fair, and transparent process for resolving complaints and ensuring that the school meets its regulatory obligations.
- Who it covers: Staff, parents, students, and the wider community.
- What it covers: Academic concerns, behavioural issues, administrative errors, and general feedback.
- Exclusions: This policy usually excludes Child Protection reports and Staff Workplace Grievances, which are often handled under separate, mandatory reporting legislations.
2. Guiding Principles
To maintain trust within the school, the policy is built on:
- Procedural Fairness: All parties have a right to be heard and the right to an unbiased decision-maker.
- Confidentiality: Information will be restricted to those directly involved in the resolution.
- Responsiveness: The complaint received would be acknowledged within 48 hours".
- No Victimisation: It would be ensured that no person is "punished" for raising a legitimate concern.
3. The Grievance Resolution Process:
A standard three-tier approach would be followed in this School:
| Stage | Level | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Informal Resolution | The complainant speaks directly with the person involved (e.g., the Class Teacher) to find a mutual solution. |
| Level 2 | Formal Internal Review | If unresolved, a formal written complaint is lodged with the Principal or Coordinator, the latter being the designated Compliance Officer. An investigation occurs. |
| Level 3 | External Referral | If the internal process fails, the matter can be referred to an independent mediator or bodies like the AISNSW (Association of Independent Schools). |
4. Compliance Framework
- WSHS would be open to Regular audits of curriculum delivery and professional teacher standards as per NESA requirements wherever required.
- Child Safe Standards: The School would adhere to the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 and the 10 Child Safe Standards.
- Work Health & Safety (WHS): The School would comply with the WHS Act 2011.
- Privacy: The School is committed to handling of personal information under the Privacy Act 1988.
5. Record Keeping and Monitoring
To satisfy NESA, the school maintains a Complaints Register. This Register includes:
- The date the complaint was received.
- The nature of the grievance.
- The steps taken to resolve it.
- The final outcome and date of closure.
The School Management Committee receives a de-identified report on grievances annually to identify systemic issues.
Review Cycle
This policy will be reviewed every two years
Risk Management Policy
Policy Statement
Western Sydney Hindi School is committed to providing a safe, secure, and supportive environment for all students, staff, and visitors. We recognize that effective risk management is a core component of our governance and is essential to meeting the NSW Child Safe Standards and the NSW Community Languages Schools Program requirements.
1. Purpose
This policy outlines the commitment of WESTERN SYDNEY HINDI SCHOOL to identify, evaluate, and manage risks to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
The purpose of this policy is to establish a systematic approach to assessing, and mitigating risks.
This policy applies to all school activities, whether on-site at Quakers Hill High School, 70 Lalor Road), Quakers Hill, during excursions, or in online learning environments.
It adheres to the requirements of the NSW Community Languages Schools Program and the Child Safe Standards as regulated by the NSW Office of the Children’s Guardian.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all staff, volunteers, students, contractors, and visitors during school hours, excursions, and any school-related activities.
Regulatory Compliance
This policy adheres to:
- Children’s Guardian Act 2019 (NSW): Compliance with the 10 Child Safe Standards.
- Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012: Mandatory WWCC requirements.
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW): Duty of care for staff and volunteers.
- NSW Department of Education Guidelines: Specifically regarding student welfare and emergency planning.
3. Risk Management Framework
We follow the 5-step risk management process as defined in the Risk Management Guide for Community Language Schools:
- Identify Hazards: Identify hazards in the physical environment, Spot anything that could cause harm to the children (physical, emotional, or financial) and any other Operational risk.
- Assess Risks: Using a Risk Matrix to determine the likelihood and potential impact of the hazard.
- Control Risks: Implement measures to eliminate or minimize the risk.
- Monitor & Review: Regularly check that controls are working and update them as needed.
- Record & Report: Document all risks in the Risk Management Register.
4. Key Risk Areas
A. Child Safety (Mandatory)
- Working with Children Checks (WWCC): All staff and volunteers must have a valid NSW WWCC. The school will verify these through the Office of the Children's Guardian.
- Child Safe Standards: The school implements the 10 Child Safe Standards to prevent and respond to child abuse.
- Supervision: Students must be supervised at all times (2-adult rule recommended where possible).
- Proactive Prevention: Risks of child abuse are identified and mitigated in both physical and online environments.
- Code of Conduct: All staff must sign the Child Safe Code of Conduct annually.
- Physical Space: Ensuring no "blind spots" in classrooms and that no staff member is alone with a student behind closed doors.
B. Work Health and Safety (WHS)
- Venue Safety: Conduct a "Site Safety Checklist" before each session.
- First Aid: At least one accredited First Aid Officer must be on-site at all times.
- Incident Reporting: All accidents, "near misses," or injuries must be recorded in the Incident Report Log within 24 hours.
C. Emergency Management
- The school maintains an Emergency Management Plan (EMP) including evacuation maps and assembly points.
- Fire and lockdown drills are to be conducted at least once per semester.
D. Excursions and Incursions
- A specific Risk Assessment and Management Plan must be completed and approved by the Principal/Committee for every off-site activity.
5. Roles and Responsibilities
- School Management Committee: Responsible for the annual review of this policy and ensuring the school is adequately insured.
- Principal/Leader: Responsible for maintaining the Risk Management Register and ensuring staff are trained.
- Staff and Volunteers: Responsible for following safety protocols and immediately reporting any new hazards identified.
6. Review Cycle
This policy will be reviewed every two years or immediately following a significant incident to ensure it remains compliant with NSW Department of Education guidelines.