These guidelines provide information for policy authors on external stakeholder consultation in the development or review of Department of Education policy and supporting procedures.

The policy details the responsibilities of Department staff in relation to the creation and maintenance of records, whether in paper or electronic format. It highlights the penalties for non-compliance with the State Records Act 2000.

The Department of Education provides inclusive and equitable work and learning environments, services and management practices free of unlawful discrimination and harassment. This includes the prevention and effective management of discrimination and harassment.

This framework supports the Department’s Managing a Breach of the Public Sector Standard Claims policy.