This short guide covers the safety considerations that should be taken into account when using items that use Lithium Ion batteries, such as portable powered tools, e-bikes and other cordless equipment.

This document contains list of the detailed workshop maintenance that should be scheduled in D&T, including daily, weekly and termly checks. 

This guidance is for choosing batteries for general practical circuit work, where pupils experiment with low-voltage circuits by connecting batteries , torch bulbs, buzzers, small motors and other low-power components to investigate electrical characteristics, parallel and series circuits, etc. 

This document has been updated to include the latest guidance as of January 2026 and is for staff who wish to fly drones in or around school and senior managers who may have to deal with drone use.

It includes a draft policy and some helpful links.