What do we claim is an excursion at Taminmin?

an activity organized and supervised by the school off campus

an activity organized by someone else where students are invited to attend.

What information must be communicated to the parent/guardian on the consent form?

The times and dates including the destination

What mode of transport will be used

The times and dates including the destination

What mode of transport will be used

Who the first aid officer will be

Private providers insurance details

On a camp who needs to attend for adequate minimum supervision?

Teacher in charge, another adult of the opposite sex, and someone must be the first aid trained officer.

Teacher in charge, First aid officer, Male and female adult.

Teacher in charge & First aid officer

Teacher in charge, another teacher of opposite sex and a first aid officer

Select all the jobs you are responsible for when organizing an excursion.

confirming the participation list against the consent forms prior to the event

completing the purchase order if there are quotes or invoices from a third party

completing the risk assessment plan

completing the roll for reception upon departure

check medical records of participants

complete the bus checklist prior to departure

confirming the participation list against the consent forms prior to the event

completing the purchase order if there are quotes or invoices from a third party

checking for clashes on the school calendar

completing the risk assessment plan

checking the qualifications of the bus driver

completing the roll for reception upon departure

check medical records of participants

When seeking approval for an excursion who is the first person you need approval from?

Manager in charge of that program

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Taminmin College Excursion Test! Trivia Quiz - Quiz

Taminmin Staff who organize an excursion must complete the training package which includes a 100% correct result on this quiz.
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1.

What do we claim is an excursion at Taminmin?
- A.
  
  An activity instead of school
- B.
  
  An activity organized and supervised by the school off campus
- C.
  
  An activity organized by someone else where students are invited to attend.
Correct Answer
B. An activity organized and supervised by the school off campus

Explanation
We cannot delegate duty of care so if you want to take students to engage in an activity outside of the normal classroom, that involves transport or leaving the school grounds, then the chances are its defined as an excursion and requires at the very least a risk assessment and Parent consent.

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2.

What information must be communicated to the parent/guardian on the consent form?
- A.
  
  The times and dates including the destination
- B.
  
  What mode of transport will be used
- C.
  
  Who the first aid officer will be
- D.
  
  Details of the cost
- E.
  
  The number of participants
- F.
  
  Private providers insurance details
Correct Answer(s)
A. The times and dates including the destination
B. What mode of transport will be used
D. Details of the cost

Explanation
Parents are entitled to information about an excursion for their child to make an informed decision when giving consent. If they request more information we are expected to provide it as long as it isn't about another student. Consent forms have the basics.

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3.

Students can drive themselves to excursion venues
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This statement suggests that students have the ability to drive themselves to excursion venues. It implies that they have the necessary means, such as a driver's license and access to a vehicle, to transport themselves to these locations. Therefore, the correct answer is "True."

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4.

Students can drive other students to excursion venues?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Students cannot drive other students to excursion venues as they are not legally allowed to operate a vehicle without a valid driver's license and proper authorization. Additionally, it is not safe for students to drive other students without proper training and supervision. Therefore, the statement is false.

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5.

Verbal permission over the phone is acceptable for a student to attend an excursion?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Verbal permission over the phone is not acceptable for a student to attend an excursion. In most cases, schools require written consent from parents or guardians for students to participate in off-campus activities. This is to ensure that there is a record of permission and to avoid any misunderstandings or liability issues. Verbal permission may not be considered valid or reliable enough, as it can be easily disputed or forgotten.

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6.

The teacher must communicate the participant list to all staff prior to the event.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is true because it is important for the teacher to communicate the participant list to all staff prior to the event. This ensures that everyone is aware of who will be participating and can make necessary preparations or arrangements. It also helps in coordinating logistics and ensuring that all staff members are on the same page regarding the event's participants.

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7.

On a camp who needs to attend for adequate minimum supervision?
- A.
  
  Teacher in charge, another adult of the opposite sex, and someone must be the first aid trained officer.
- B.
  
  Teacher in charge, First aid officer, Male and female adult.
- C.
  
  Teacher in charge & First aid officer
- D.
  
  Teacher in charge, another teacher of opposite sex and a first aid officer
Correct Answer
A. Teacher in charge, another adult of the opposite sex, and someone must be the first aid trained officer.

Explanation
Depending on the ratio required and if the group is of mixed gender, there could be one person who is first aid trained of the same sex of the group. If a mixed group then there needs to be an adult of both sex. There must be someone with a current Senior first aid qualification. The teacher in charge must be an employee of DOE but the other supervising adult can be a parent or AO.

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8.

Select all the jobs you are responsible for when organizing an excursion.
- A.
  
  Collating the permission forms
- B.
  
  Confirming the participation list against the consent forms prior to the event
- C.
  
  Completing the purchase order if there are quotes or invoices from a third party
- D.
  
  Completing a site inspection
- E.
  
  Checking for clashes on the school calendar
- F.
  
  Booking transportation
- G.
  
  Completing the risk assessment plan
- H.
  
  Checking the qualifications of the bus driver
- I.
  
  Completing the roll for reception upon departure
- J.
  
  Check medical records of participants
- K.
  
  Check that the bus is in road worthy condition
- L.
  
  Complete the bus checklist prior to departure
Correct Answer(s)
A. Collating the permission forms
B. Confirming the participation list against the consent forms prior to the event
C. Completing the purchase order if there are quotes or invoices from a third party
D. Completing a site inspection
F. Booking transportation
G. Completing the risk assessment plan
I. Completing the roll for reception upon departure
J. Check medical records of participants
L. Complete the bus checklist prior to departure

Explanation
There are some jobs that the HOD, AP or office staff are responsible for. However it is in your best interest to ensure that all aspects of the excursion have been checked as you are the one in charge on the day.

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9.

When seeking approval for an excursion who is the first person you need approval from?
- A.
  
  Line Manager
- B.
  
  Manager in charge of that program
- C.
  
  Senior teacher
- D.
  
  Assistant Principal
Correct Answer
B. Manager in charge of that program

Explanation
Staff seeking approval for an excursion whether it is for a pastoral care trip, Special education, VET or a class program, whomever is in charge of that program area is the one to approve the excursion first before it goes higher. They must make sure it is in line with the educational goals.

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Taminmin College Excursion Test! Trivia Quiz

What do we claim is an excursion at Taminmin?

What information must be communicated to the parent/guardian on the consent form?

Students can drive themselves to excursion venues

Students can drive other students to excursion venues?

Verbal permission over the phone is acceptable for a student to attend an excursion?

The teacher must communicate the participant list to all staff prior to the event.

On a camp who needs to attend for adequate minimum supervision?

Select all the jobs you are responsible for when organizing an excursion.

When seeking approval for an excursion who is the first person you need approval from?