Risk Management

Risk Management

Risk Management and Safety Action plans help identify the possible risks and hazards involved in the event, and the steps taken to minimise them. They are important planning documents that ensure that appropriate safety strategies and supervision exist, and that the proposed activity is suitable for the intended participants.

For level 1 and many level 2 events, the Activity Notification to the Principal is all that is required.

A Safety Action Plan (SAP) is suitable for simple day trips where some risk management is required.

Hazardous or overnight events require a Risk Analysis and Management System (RAMS). A RAMS provided by the venue can be used as long as it is reviewed and adjusted to meet student needs, environmental situation, etc.

The teacher in charge of an event must make sure that:

• adequate supervision is arranged
• all staff have a copy of the risk management plan and take it with them
• appropriate equipment for emergency evacuation and first aid is available at, and en route to, all events. This equipment could include phone, cell phone, mountain radio, first aid kit, etc.
• evacuation and safety procedures are established for each camp venue, and practised.

Note: At swimming, river, and beach activities where there are multiple groups, there must be a person monitoring the whole event.

Risk Consent and Health Profiles for level 3 and 4 events (these are not required for level 1 and 2 events)

The purpose of these forms is to assist in providing the right care for each participant, specifically to provide optimal staffing levels, meet the specific needs of participants, and maximise the event's educational value. It is also required to comply with the school's health and safety requirements.

Risk Consent and Health Profile (STUDENT)

Risk Consent and Health Profile (ADULT)

Every participant, including adults, must complete one of these forms.

The student's parent or caregiver fills in the STUDENT form.

Each attending adult must fill in their own form, whether they are staff, volunteer helpers or contractors.

A copy is taken to the event, and a copy held at school.