What guidance does the D&T Association offer with regards to pupils wearing protective clothing?
All health and safety training information is set out in the publication Health and Safety Training Standards in Design and Technology. The Association recommends every school has a copy of this publication, as well as BS4163:2007 and A Guide for Consultants, Trainers and Teachers for Health and Safety Training in Design and Technology All publications are available from the Online Shop. Pupils should wear protective clothing when doing practical work as not only does it protect their clothing but also puts them I the correct frame of mind for practical work. With regards to clothing, the publication BS 4163:2007 states, “Employers are required to assess the risks to which young persons are exposed, and to implement measures to protect their health and safety, taking into account lack of experience and maturity.” Section 3.2.11 also goes on to state, “Suitable and sufficient storage for clothing, school bags and cases should be provided away from the main practical work area. All perso
All health and safety training information is set out in the publication Health and Safety Training Standards in Design and Technology. The Association recommends every school has a copy of this publication, as well as BS4163:2007 . All publications are available from the Online Shop. Pupils should wear protective clothing when doing practical work as not only does it protect their clothing but also puts them I the correct frame of mind for practical work. With regards to clothing, the publication BS 4163:2007 states, “Employers are required to assess the risks to which young persons are exposed, and to implement measures to protect their health and safety, taking into account lack of experience and maturity.” Section 3.2.11 also goes on to state, “Suitable and sufficient storage for clothing, school bags and cases should be provided away from the main practical work area. All persons working in specialist areas should use appropriate protective clothing”. Training students to use appr
