School Facilities: Risk Assessments
Not all states provide detail about risk assessment processes. In general, we find that schools do require that a risk assessment takes place but often the Principal is required to notify the hirer (community group) of any risks, and the onus is on the school to do a risk assessment.
Whatever the policy is in the school near you, remember that it isn't unreasonable to ask the school for information about any risks, in a number of states the school is required to do so.
| State | Risk Assessment |
|---|---|
| NSW | Principal must negotiate a risk assessment with you. |
| VIC |
Principal must clearly identify any known hazards. |
|
QLD |
No Information |
| TAS |
Staff access only (for relevant information). Contact individual schools directly. |
| SA | Principals are required to assess the risks before approving the application. |
| WA | Principals must undertake a risk management assessment with the user group. |
| NT |
Schools must undertake a risk assessment. The risk assessment must ensure that the relevant facilities are fit for the intended purpose, the proposed use is legal and appropriate. |
< Community Use of School Facilities | Written Agreements >
This is part of the School-Community Links Project, an initiative of the Music in Communities Network and Music: Count Us In.
