Health and Safety Court Case – Design and Technology

FAO Headteachers & Heads of Design & Technology/Subject Leaders

Please see link below to a recent court case concerning an accident during a design and technology class which resulted in serious injuries to a pupil.

http://press.hse.gov.uk/2017/london-council-fined-after-school-injury/

The case re-enforces the need for schools to have clear and robust health and safety arrangements with up-to-date risk assessments and training in place. 

British Standard 4163:2014 – Health and Safety for Design and Technology in Schools & Similar Establishments – Code of Practice provides comprehensive guidance and recommendations for schools on the safe practices that must be adhered to in design and technology environments.

Please ensure this information is brought to the attention of relevant staff in school.