Contents

Supervision & Welfare of Students Engaged in Sport & Physical Activity
Responsibilities of Principals
Supervision of Students Engaged in Specific Sports, Physical Activities and Outdoor Recreation Activities
Supervision of Students While Engaged in Activities Conducted Under the Auspices of the School
Guidelines for Billeting Students
Supervision at Major Events
Supervision Out of School Hours
Activities at Camps Organised and Conducted by the NSW Department of Sport and Recreation and Other Agencies
Small Group Activities
Unscheduled Activities
Liability
Physical Contact With Students

On rare occasions, where it is proposed that an individual or a small group of mature students participate in a special sport activity or excursion, it may be necessary for part of the activity (eg. independent travel) or all of the activity to take place without direct supervision of a staff member.

In such circumstances, it is imperative that parents be fully informed of and agree to the arrangements and that the principal and the teacher in charge of the special activity take all steps to ensure the safety and welfare of the unaccompanied students.

In the case of some programs (eg. the Duke of Edinburgh's Award), certain activities are undertaken by high school students which will confirm their competence to satisfy advanced awards.

Expeditions undertaken to achieve these awards will require students to complete aspects with considerable independence. Teachers oversighting these activities will encourage the students to develop self reliance without jeopardising their safety. The organisation's guidelines must be implemented.

Supervising teachers are to ensure that regular contact is made with the students. As well, students should be able to contact the supervising teacher as needed.