Preliminaries; Contents; List of figures; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Chapter 1 Creating a framework for safe practice; Chapter 2 Policy and paperwork; Chapter 3 Risk assessment and the management of risk; Chapter 4 Safety in design and technology; Chapter 5 Health and safety in the use of ICT in schools; Chapter 6 Physical education; Chapter 7 Safety issues in science; Chapter 8 Safe practice in the 'outdoor classroom'; Chapter 9 Organisations and resources Carole; Appendix: Physical education health and safety audit; Notes on contributors; Index
Summary
Addresses the needs of teachers faced with the increase in litigation and cases of educational malpractice. The book provides a framework for safe practice, examines the process of litigation, offers advice to make schools safer
