Risk Levels in EOTC

Some reviewers asked us to be more definite about which activities fit which risk level. Some reviewers pointed out that some activities might only be level 1 at some schools, but could have significant risks at others. We agree completely. Read on...

We have written the entire section as a guide for schools to use in organising their EOTC activities. All of the forms are presented as templates. Every activity must be considered in the light of the organiser’s research and local knowledge. As pointed out by more than one reviewer, a walk down the street could be, literally, a walk in the park in the leafy suburbs, but may involve many dangers in a busy inner city environment, or in a rural environment where there may be a highway in front of the school, farm equipment, chemical sheds, large machinery and animals, etc. The level could also be different depending on who is going on the walk and their abilities and/or issues, or the weather, or many other factors.

We believe SchoolDocs gives schools good tools to use in planning EOTC activities, but we can’t do it for you. It is ultimately each school board’s responsibility to approve EOTC activities.

It’s a sensible idea to re-use forms that the school has used for similar activities in the past, but we stress that the risks must be assessed anew each time. Things change…

We were pleased to see a lot of engagement from parents in the EOTC review. We recommend that you look at your implementation feedback and address it, and perhaps let the community know when the changed topics are rolled out.