Over recent years there have been several stories about the hazards of using MDF. This document details our guidance on the use of MDF in D&T, and how the dust should be controlled under COSHH regulations.

This guide describes the legislation and regulations that are taken into account when writing CLEAPSS documents.

Welcome to the first Futureminds of 2020.

There are articles from AQA, Create Ed, The Food Teachers Centre, British Nutrition Foundation, HPC Laser, EEUK, and some from schools on the new GCSE and making your own extraction for a 3D printer. There is also lots of interesting H&S news.

This guide explains ways ensure good practice when using model risk assessments in schools. There are practical examples of how to manage, use, adaptat and recording risk assessments used. There is also a Excel Spreadsheet - E171 (below) which can be used as a planning and Risk Assessment recording tool.