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New code on taking, sharing and storing images of children

 
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To ensure our early childhood education and care (ECEC) services continue to safeguard the health, safety and security of children in their care, a National Model Code and guidelines (PDF, 166KB) have been introduced in relation to use of personal electronic devices. The recommended practices are:

  • staff only using service-issued devices when taking images or videos of children
  • staff only carrying or using personal electronic devices that can take images or videos for approved essential purposes while working directly with children
    • essential purposes include emergencies, personal health and support needs, family necessities and technology failures
  • ensuring strict controls are in place for taking, sharing and storing images and/or videos of children.

ECEC providers are encouraged to adopt the code to strengthen their services’ child-safe culture and to help prepare for any future regulatory requirements.

Read more on the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) website​ and download guidelines and communication support materials to help providers implement the National Model Code in collaboration with educators, staff, families and carers.

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Last updated 01 July 2024