This policy provides procedures and advice to assist school staff understand their responsibilities and supports informed decision-making in family disputes.

These procedures apply to all Department site managers and to Department employees in public schools who have been nominated to take charge of a recreation and/or outdoor education activity.

This framework must be read in conjunction with the Injury Management and Workers' Compensation policy.

Schools and residential facilities need to have appropriate security measures in place to protect school property and ensure a safe and secure environment for staff and students. A variety of approaches are needed for implementation of effective security.

The Department of Education undertakes advertising in schools in accordance with the mandatory requirements for Western Australian Government agencies.