The benefits of knowing first aid go beyond being able to apply a bandage. St John Ambulance’s Andrew New discusses first aid in schools, and the importance of teaching the next generation.
Despite the media turmoil, there are some simple and effective actions that schools can take to ensure the safety and well-being of students during school playtimes, says Neil Coleman of OPAL.
When it comes to indoor furniture and outdoor play equipment, the same health and safety considerations apply, advises Caroline Wright, BESA’s director general designate.
Dave Garioch, Chair of the Education Group at the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and health and safety manager at London Borough of Sutton, examines who is responsible for health and safety during school refurbishment projects.
Craig Evans, general manager of the UK Asbestos Training Association (UKATA) explains how the Association’s latest training initiative is promoting the need for essential asbestos training for all tradesmen, and for those who may encounter the substance in school buildings.
The teaching of Design and Technology in schools is both a challenging and exciting prospect. Jon Parker, Lead Health and Safety Consultant at the Design and Technology Association, discusses the best ways to minimise risk and enhance learning
David Garioch, health and safety manager at London Borough of Sutton and chair of the Education Group at the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, explains the processes needed to ensure children and staff are kept away from harm in schools
Nathan Davies, education principle consultant at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), writes about the importance of teaching health and safety in schools
For the first time in history we have a generation of children who are growing up less fit than their parents. David Stalker, ceo of ukactive, outlines some exciting plans to tackle the issue and how the education sector can play a role in improving children’s fitness
Slips, trips and falls at work are collectively the single most common cause of injury in UK workplaces. Rob Burgon of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents discusses how schools can protect their pupils and staff from such harm
With the cold spell upon us, schools must make sure they have a functional plan in place to keep students and staff safe from accidents caused by adverse weather, writes Nathan Davies from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)
As the new term starts, it’s a good time to have a look at your health and safety policy to ensure you have a safe and compliant year ahead, writes Dave Garioch of IOSH
All schools need to provide adequate and appropriate first-aid equipment, facilities and people so that immediate help can be given if someone is injured or taken ill at work, writes Fiona Riley and Tabitha Cave on behalf of the IOSH Education Group
Health and Safety in educational establishments is a prime concern, and effective risk management practice is essential in order to enable children to undertake activities safely. RoSPA’s head of education and leisure David Rushton outlines where responsibilities lay in different school sectors
Risk education is not about isolating pupils from all potential hazards, it is about equipping them to deal with situations safely, writes RoSPA’s head of education and leisure, David Rushton
