Safety, Security and Emergency Management
The management of safety and security within schools is paramount to the effective administration of schools. The department delivers a range of services to schools in relation to emergency issues and crime prevention as well as preventative measures in the areas of health and safety to protect students and the community.
Reporting criminal damage and other incidents
If a member of the public sees criminal damage or incidents occuring at a school, they should contact emergency services (police, fire brigade, ambulance) immediately.
Schools are required to report incidents involving property loss, damage or personal safety. To contact the Department's Emergency and Security Management Unit, see Emergency and Security Management (Edumail Login and Password required)
Health and Safety
- Occupational Health and Safety - Guidelines for occupational health and safety practice in schools.
- safe@work - A health and safety resource package for secondary school students who undertake workplace learning programs.
- Safety Guidelines (for education outdoors)- detailed policies and guidelines for schools undertaking outdoor adventure activities
More Information
See also Health and Wellbeing topic for health and safety initiatives for students.