The policy outlines the responsibilities of all employees relating to alcohol and other drugs in Department schools and workplaces and is underpinned by the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 and related staff and student duty of care obligations.

A cross sectoral initiative between the Department of Education Western Australia, the Association of Independent Schools of Western Australia and Catholic Education Western Australia, designed to support the needs of transient and mobile students.

This policy assists staff to respond appropriately where there is a concern for a child’s wellbeing or a disclosure of abuse.