Environment, Facilities and Grounds 

Playground & Facilities Update

It has been fantastic to see students actively engaging with and enjoying the upgraded outdoor spaces. The playgrounds are being used as intended, with high levels of student engagement across all areas.

As part of our ongoing commitment to safety, external contractors recently attended site to complete softfall compliance testing across the playgrounds. This process involves impact testing using specialised equipment to ensure surfaces meet required safety standards.

We are currently preparing for the upcoming playground opening ceremony, with further details to be shared shortly.

Over the school holiday period, a number of works took place across the site-thanks Jacob! Check out the new installation of shade sails in PG1. In addition, the Building Condition Assessment will occur during this time. This is a Department-led process to review the condition of school facilities and inform future planning and maintenance.

I have also applied for a biodiveristy grant for the new sensory garden. Fingers crossed we obtain this fantastic opportunity.

MUSHROOM ALERT!

When requesting infrastructure, please complete the following two forms.

Infrastructure Request Form

This form is used when staff would like to request new equipment, furniture, or any improvement to the school environment. It ensures that all infrastructure requests are documented, considered, and reviewed by the Infrastructure Committee before any decisions are made.

Staff should outline the request, the purpose, who will benefit, any estimated costs, and how the project would be implemented and monitored. A risk assessment must also be attached if the request involves equipment or activities that may present safety risks.

Risk Assessment Template

This template is used to identify and manage potential hazards related to an activity, piece of equipment, or environmental change.

Staff record the activity being assessed, possible hazards, existing safety controls, the risk rating, and any additional controls required to reduce risk.

BIOLOGICAL HAZARDS

To assist in minimising smells, please ensure:

• All biological hazards are double bagged before being placed in bins.
• Bins are not overfilled.
• If a bin becomes heavily soiled or odorous, please tie the bag securely and arrange for it to be removed. A new liner should then be placed in the bin.

These small actions make a significant difference in maintaining a clean and hygienic environment.

Contractor works take time to organise, including site visits, obtaining quotes, approval of quotes, and scheduling works.

Classroom Incidents

Classroom cleaning incidents during the day

Cleaning spills on Carpet: Staff are expected to cleanup spills, bodily fluids and other actions as thoroughly as they are able. 

Absorbent Material (former Kitty Litter)

Please note: We now have a new absorbent product available for small spills (e.g. vomit) and for other minor incidents, which is called "SpillFix Floor All Purpose Absorbent".  This will help contain the spill quickly and reduce slip risks.

If a deeper clean is required, notify Mary (0467 728 193) so a spot steam clean if needed can be booked. Spot stem cleans occur at the end of the day. 

Please use chalk to draw a mark around the spill, leaving a 20-30cm margin around the affected area. This will help the steam cleaner locate and treat the spill efficiently.

Cleaning spills on vinyl:Staff to clean up spills as thoroughly as possible. After cleaning, email or text Mary (0467728193) to inform them of the spill and request a note in the Cleaners Logbook for additional cleaning, if needed.