The
managing risks in school curriculum activities procedure (or CARA procedure) is implemented in Queensland state schools as part of schools' overall risk management framework.
This procedure supports the safe delivery of student activities from
kindergarten to Year 12 by outlining the responsibilities of departmental employees and providing the minimum process required for risk assessment and management when planning, approving and conducting student activities in schools and other locations.
Additional requirements for curriculum activities conducted off-site are provided in the
school excursions and
international school study tours procedures.
CARA guidelines
CARA guidelines are provided to demonstrate the minimum safety standard for a wide range of commonly conducted curriculum activities. They assist schools to conduct and prepare risk assessments that meet or exceed the minimum safety standard for the activity in the local context. The CARA guidelines are regularly reviewed in consultation with schools and activity experts to align with policies, regulations and guidelines of state and federal governments and the standards and processes of peak bodies within Australia.
Contact
Email:
CARA@qed.qld.gov.au