Risk Register
School: Bendigo College
Supervising teachers/staff: OE Teacher- Emily Bartholomew/ Jasmine Lina, Megan Quirke, Maya French
Program/Excursion: 1 Day excursion
Year Level: 10
Dates: Week 9 Term 1
Location(s): Kooyoora State Park
Risk Description
Describe the risk event, cause/s
and consequence/s. For example,
Something occurs caused by
leading to
Sunburn caused by over
exposure to the sun.
Student injury caused by
snake bite leading to
emergency situation
Student injury caused by
muscle strain / fatigue
leading to discomfort and
poor performance.
Dehydration
Existing Controls
Describe any existing policy,
procedure, practice or device that
acts to minimise the risk
Students are required to
bring a hat and wear it
when appropriate. Use of
sunscreen also
encouraged. Wearing of
sun smart clothing is
required
Students are spoken to re
snakes and their
behaviour; what to do,
what not to do; and
appropriate first aid
measure
Students to take regular
breaks during the trip.
Each student to carry a
minimum of 1 litre of
water. Regular water stops
(every 30 mins)
Discussion in class re
hydration signs,
symptoms, treatment
Risk Assessment with existing controls
Effectivenes
s of existing
controls
Satisfacto
ry
Poor
Unknown
Risk
Consequence
s
Severe
Major
Moderate
Minor
Insignificant
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Risk
Likelihood
Risk Rating
Almost
certain
Extreme
Likely
High
Possible
Medium
Unlikely
Low
Treatment
For those risks requiring treatment in
addition to the existing controls. List:
What will be done?
Who is accountable?
When will it happen?
Residual Risk Assessment
after treatments
Risk
Consequences
Prevention better than cure.
In bad cases students may
have to wear more suitable
clothing i.e. long sleeves, a
better hat
Low
Leaders carry snakebite kit.
Group is aware of first aid
procedures. Evacuation
organised if student is bitten
High
Leaders apply appropriate
first aid. If incorrect
technique is causing pain,
teacher will assist students
to correct technique.
Medium
Encourage student to seek
shade and keep drinking
plenty of water. If severe
have student cease physical
activity.
Low
Risk
Likelihood
Risk Rating
Low
Actions
Options are:
Extreme/High - Do not proceed
Medium - Ongoing review
required
Low - Only periodic review
required
Low
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Rare
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
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High
High
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Medium
Medium
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Low
Medium
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Risk Description
Describe the risk event, cause/s
and consequence/s. For example,
Something occurs caused by
leading to
Student injury caused by
tree or branch falling on
tent
Student injury caused by
vehicle accident on way
to and from venue
Students getting lost
Hypothermia/Hypertherm
ia
Gastroenteritis
Existing Controls
Describe any existing policy,
procedure, practice or device that
acts to minimise the risk
Ensure students do not set
up tents directly under or
in range of tree branches.
Assess tree health.
Only licensed drivers to
drive bus. Regular rest
breaks for driver. Driver
drives according to Vic
Roads regulations.
Students instructed on
safe travelling in buses
i.e. remain seated.
Designated leader (may
be competent student)
and rear person (nearly
always staff m smith).
Briefing at each break as
to the track ahead
landmarks, etc. Clear
instruction given to
leaders / group.
Discussed at length in
class signs & symptoms.
Students issued with
Gortex jackets and over
pants. Students are
recommended to bring
thermals
Correct toileting
procedures and hygiene
discussed at length in
class and on the trip.
Ensure students are aware
Risk Assessment with existing controls
Effectivenes
s of existing
controls
Risk
Consequence
s
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Risk
Likelihood
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Risk Rating
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Extreme
Treatment
For those risks requiring treatment in
addition to the existing controls. List:
What will be done?
Who is accountable?
When will it happen?
Apply appropriate first aid. If
serious injury-Contact
nearest emergency services
and inform of location.
Notify school emergency
contact.
Apply appropriate first aid.
Contact emergency services.
Residual Risk Assessment
after treatments
Risk
Consequences
High
Risk
Likelihood
High
Risk Rating
Extreme
Low
High
High
High
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Low
Medium
Low
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Confirm that student is
missing via headcount.
Determine last known
location.
One leader to stay with
group, maintaining calm and
ensuring students remain in
good health.
One leader along with some
capable students will go
back to last known location
of the participant/s.
Low
Leaders will monitor
students for signs of
hypothermia/hyperthermia
and dehydration. In the case
of adverse weather
conditions (excessive heat or
cold), students will be
instructed to take the
relevant precautions (eg.
drink more water, add an
extra layer.
High
Supply hand sanitiser.
Medium
Medium
Medium
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
High
High
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Satisfacto
Major
Almost
Extreme
ry
Moderate
certain
High
High
Medium
Extreme
Poor
Minor
Likely
Medium
Medium
Unknown
Insignificant
Unlikely
Low
Low
Rare
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High
Medium
High
High
Options are:
Extreme/High - Do not proceed
Medium - Ongoing review
required
Low - Only periodic review
required
High
Medium
Extreme
Actions
Medium
Risk Description
Describe the risk event, cause/s
and consequence/s. For example,
Something occurs caused by
leading to
Existing Controls
Describe any existing policy,
procedure, practice or device that
acts to minimise the risk
Risk Assessment with existing controls
Effectivenes
s of existing
controls
Risk
Consequence
s
Risk
Likelihood
Risk Rating
Treatment
For those risks requiring treatment in
addition to the existing controls. List:
What will be done?
Who is accountable?
When will it happen?
Residual Risk Assessment
after treatments
Risk
Consequences
Risk
Likelihood
High
Medium
Risk Rating
Actions
Options are:
Extreme/High - Do not proceed
Medium - Ongoing review
required
Low - Only periodic review
required
of hygiene procedure
Stranger interaction
leading to student
harm
Severe weather change
Brief students on
effective response in a
variety of situations
where stranger
interaction could come
about.
Students have access to
wet weather gear.
Teachers regularly
checking weather updates
and act accordingly.
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Satisfacto
Major
ry
Moderate
Poor
Minor
Unknown
Insignificant
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Almost
certain
Likely
Unlikely
Rare
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
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Situation dependent, May be
necessary to proceed with
emergency response plan
depending on student
harm/situation.
Group to set up group tarp
for shelter. If weather does
not change and students
become distressed/unwell,
evacuate.
Updated June 2013
High
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Medium
Medium
Extreme
High
Medium
Low
Medium
