Are Your Classrooms Ready for Hotter Days?
As summer temperatures continue to rise, schools are increasingly facing a challenge that many buildings were never designed for: overheating. Recent discussions around introducing a maximum temperature for workplaces in the UK have brought the issue into sharper focus. While there is currently no legal maximum workplace temperature, expectations around managing heat are clearly beginning […]
New Allergy and Anaphylaxis Safety Guidance for Schools – What You Need to Know
New statutory guidance on allergy and anaphylaxis safety in schools comes into force this September. Learn what schools must do to prepare staff, policies, care plans, and emergency procedures to ensure pupil safety.
Control of Contractors – Simplifying the Process
Free Control of Contractor Checklist included at the end of this post 🦺 Using contractors in your school can be essential—whether it’s filling gaps in skills, managing larger projects, or handling specialist tasks. From a six-month building project to someone cleaning the windows, having a clear process to manage contractors onsite is a key part […]
⛑️First Aid in Schools – Going Beyond Compliance to Ensure Safety
The Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and First Aid at Work Regulations (1981) set out statutory compliance requirements that apply to all workplaces, including schools. At first glance, their implications for schools may seem minimal: one appointed person, one first aider for every 50 workers, first aid containers and reporting serious injuries. However, […]
📱 School Staff Mobile Phones: Balancing Safety and Safeguarding
How can schools balance safeguarding and safety when it comes to staff mobile phone use? Explore the challenges and solutions to ensure rapid emergency responses without compromising privacy or accountability.