What are the school’s responsibilities with regard to the policy for safe implementation of work experience?
• A work experience policy (often integrated into the careers education/work-related learning policy) that is part of the development plan and regularly reviewed and updated; • A committed senior manager who understands the legal and moral duties in relation to work experience; • Governors who are committed to work experience and understand their liabilities; • Dedicated resources in terms of staff time and budget allocation; • Service level agreements with any placement organisers external to the school/college who are providing placements. Q: Are the requirements different for 14-16 and 16+? A: Health and safety law defines all those under 18 as a young person and therefore at potentially increased risk in a workplace environment due to their lack of experience and maturity. Therefore the same protocols should be adopted for all learners as far as Health and Safety is concerned. For learners with learning difficulties and disabilities (LLDD) up to the age of 25 additional safeguards
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