Appendix 3 | Applying the CRIA tool to COVID-19 pandemic policy and legislation relating to the closure of schools and early childhood education and care in Australia Question 4: Based on the findings of the screening, is a full impact assessment required? If yes, continue to Stage 2. If no, end here. A full assessment is required if there is clear indication that the policy/legislation will impact on the rights of children or specific groups of children. If the policy/legislation does not engage with children’s rights, the impact will be negligible or there are only positive impacts, the assessment may be ended here. Yes/No (If no, briefly explain reasoning.) 66 |