This policy and procedures outlines for all employees of the Department of Education to follow when travelling on a trip authorised by the Department.

The School Education Act 1999 requires all enrolled student to attend school or participate in an educational program of the school. Principals are required to record and monitor student attendance and develop appropriate strategies to restore attendance for students with persistent absence.

Access to Department online services and Department owned devices is provided to assist the Department in achieving its goals. The Department expects employees to use these resources in an ethical, legal, appropriate and acceptable manner.

The Grievance Framework provides resolution options, processes and resources to address employee grievances.

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.

The procedures outline the requirements for staff in residential facilities to ensure the safety and well-being of students during leisure activities.