Compliance checklists
Applications
The Department of Communities' Education and Care Regulatory Unit is responsible for approving provider and service applications in Western Australia. More information can be found on our Applications page and on the ACECQA website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Assessment and Rating Refinements
Next Assessment and Support Advice (NASA) Webinar
NASA webinars provide guidance and clarity to services about the Assessment and Rating process including:
- What to expect during an Assessment and Rating visit by the Regulatory Authority (ECRU).
- What to consider when self-assessing your service.
- How to develop your quality improvement plan (QIP).
The following recorded NASA webinar compliments live NASA webinars available during the year. To book a live webinar visit Eventbrite.
Cow's milk allergy webinar recording now available
The webinar recording for managing cow's milk allergy in children's education and care is now available on the allergy AWARE website.
The webinar, held earlier this year on 24 July 2024, was an initiative by the National Allergy Council and Department of Communities and was presented by Ingrid Roche (APD) and Dr Merryn Netting (Advanced APD), Senior Project Officers, National Allergy Council in partnership with the ECRU.
Topics covered, include:
- common food allergies in babies and young children
- risk minimisation strategies for food allergy in childcare
- facts about cow’s milk allergy, and more.
Forms and templates
Relevant forms and templates issued by ECRU can be accessed for use by providers and services.
Roadshow Resources
ECRU conduct regular Roadshows throughout WA.
2023
ERU Sector Support 2023 Roadshow - November 2023
Presentations from the 2023 Roadshows:
Edith Cowan University – Wendy Harmon, Lecturer
Focused on collaborative leadership and teamwork and the interdependent elements of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Using their centre philosophy as a basis, attendees engaged in professional conversations to deepen their understanding of the link between vision, principles, practices and learning outcomes to positively impact children’s learning.
Reconciliation WA – Pamela Chatfield, Education Manager
Focused on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history, cultural responsiveness and Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs) and how to develop authentic connections with Narragunnawali, the community and Reconciliation WA.
Ombudsman WA
Focused on the Reportable Conduct Scheme. Attendees gained an understanding of their responsibilities to notify the Ombudsman of allegations or convictions relating to child abuse by employees under the Reportable Conduct Scheme.
Download the presentation (PPT, 6.73MB)
Summer hazards slides
Summer hazards think it through
2022
Below are resources that may be adapted by providers; however are not prescribed by ECRU. Providers and services are encouraged to review samples to ensure adherence to current Laws and Regulations.
Staffing requirements presentation:
