One of the main aims of the health and safety department is to disseminate information about health and safety issues among all stakeholders, with a particular focus on students. This is done through various means, including lessons with particular groups of students, the dissemination of information through video clips and articles, and the organisation of short courses and talks.
The health and safety department also organises one fire drill per term. In preparation for this, students are reminded of the fire drill procedures, in particular the year 7 students who are new to the school. School staff is regularly updated on the procedures, and meetings are held for NQTs and new members of staff. Our department keeps updated records of students’ medical conditions and a list of serious allergies, which must be consulted when the need arises.
Every year, the department coordinates the distribution of vaccines to year 10 students, hair screening for all students, and other tests that crop up from time to time as requested by the Health Department.
Every year, we ensure that fire extinguishers are serviced and changed when necessary. Pest control checks are done twice a year, while the water system in the school is checked for Legionella growths. There is an AED in the school foyer, which is also serviced regularly and can be used in an emergency.
The health and safety teachers and our first aiders receive regular training in first aid, the use of the AED, and the administration of medication in serious cases. First aid boxes and supplies are replenished regularly, and first aid is offered to all students when needed.
Health and Safety Teachers