EOTC Safety Management Plan and Toolkit The EOTC Safety Management Plan (SMP) template, together with the EOTC Toolkit, provides a comprehensive framework for the planning, delivery and review of all Education Outside the Classroom. Learn More
Good Practice Guidelines Good Practice Guidelines (GPGs) have been developed to help align school procedures and systems with widely accepted good practices. Learn More
Fatality Prevention Mindset Preventing fatalities in the outdoors requires more than good intentions, it demands a deliberate, informed, and organisation-wide mindset. By learning from past incidents and applying proven principles, we can create safer experiences for all participants. Learn More
EOTC Frequently Asked Questions Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about EOTC. Learn More
Safety Management Live and Online Series During each year EONZ will run a series of 45-minute online sessions that focus on areas of EOTC management. Join live sessions and watch past recordings. Learn More
School Boards and EOTC Responsibilities Essential guidance to help boards move beyond event-by-event approvals and focus on developing a strong, well-implemented EOTC system that supports staff, meets legal obligations, and enhances student learning. Learn More
Key Resources from the Ministry of Education and Other Agencies Links and information about resources supporting EOTC from the Ministry of Education and other key agencies like the Police, Worksafe NZ and the Mountain Safety Council. Learn More
Online EOTC Learning Modules EONZ, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, has developed a series of good practice EOTC management online learning modules. These modules are designed to support schools in upskilling staff and building their capability of staff to deliver quality EOTC. Learn More
Adventure Activities Regulations This page provides guidance on the Adventure Activities Regulations, the WorkSafe Register of Adventure Operators, and good practices for working with external providers. Learn More
Qualifications Universities, polytechnics, private training organisations (PTEs), NZ Outdoor Instructors Association (NZOIA) and various other organisations provide a wide range of training and qualification pathways tailored to diverse outdoor contexts. Learn More
Commercial EOTC Management Systems A number of commercial providers offer schools systems to help schools manage EOTC workflows. Learn More