This guide gives an overview of the types of things that should be considered when planning an activity that uses timber based materials.

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.

Controlling the dust from hand sanding and machine operations.Operations such as checking dust control equipment and emptying dust bags are also covered.

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.