This guide explains some of the regulations that effect machines and powered equipment used in D&T.

From time to time CLEAPSS receives enquiries from schools about recommendations, to meet health and safety standards, made following commercial health and safety inspections of design and technology facilities and equipment.

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

It is often necessary to have access to the underside of vehicles or all-round assemblies such as engines, gear-boxes, etc. All of these are heavy so hoists, jacks, cranes and lifts are needed.