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School Hall Risk Assessments

Risk Assessment for Sports Clubs in Primary School Hall

1. Hazard Identification:

1.1 Slip and Trip Hazards:

  • Wet or polished floors.

  • Uneven surfaces or equipment left on the floor.

1.2 Equipment Hazards:

  • Potential injuries from improper use or misuse of sports equipment.

1.3 Collision Hazards:

  • Participants colliding during activities.

  • Contact with walls or other fixed structures.

1.4 First Aid and Emergency Access:

  • Inadequate access to first aid supplies.

  • Blocked or unclear emergency exits.

1.5 Allergies and Medical Conditions:

  • Unawareness of participants' allergies or medical conditions.

1.6 Security:

  • Unauthorized access to the primary school hall during sports activities.

2. Risk Evaluation:

2.1 Slip and Trip Hazards:

  • Likelihood: Moderate

  • Severity: Low to Moderate

2.2 Equipment Hazards:

  • Likelihood: Low to Moderate

  • Severity: Moderate

2.3 Collision Hazards:

  • Likelihood: Moderate

  • Severity: Moderate

2.4 First Aid and Emergency Access:

  • Likelihood: Low

  • Severity: Moderate

2.5 Allergies and Medical Conditions:

  • Likelihood: Low

  • Severity: Moderate

2.6 Security:

  • Likelihood: Low

  • Severity: Low

3. Control Measures:

3.1 Slip and Trip Hazards:

  • Regular inspection of the hall for potential hazards.

  • Immediate cleaning and drying of spills.

  • Adequate signage for wet areas.

  • Participants to wear appropriate footwear.

3.2 Equipment Hazards:

  • Regular inspection and maintenance of sports equipment.

  • Adequate supervision during equipment use.

  • Proper instruction on equipment usage.

3.3 Collision Hazards:

  • Participants to be grouped by skill level.

  • Clear communication of activity boundaries.

  • Use of proper padding on walls and equipment.

3.4 First Aid and Emergency Access:

  • Designated first aid area with easy access to supplies.

  • Trained staff or volunteers with knowledge of first aid procedures.

  • Clearly marked emergency exits.

3.5 Allergies and Medical Conditions:

  • Participants to provide medical information upon registration.

  • Allergic reactions and medical conditions communicated to staff.

  • First aid staff informed of participants with specific needs.

3.6 Security:

  • Limited access to the primary school hall during sports activities.

  • Check-in and check-out procedures for participants.

4. Monitoring and Review:

4.1 Regular Inspections:

  • Conduct regular inspections of the hall for hazards.

  • Update risk assessment as needed.

4.2 Emergency Drills:

  • Conduct emergency evacuation drills.

  • Ensure all participants are familiar with emergency procedures.

4.3 Feedback and Communication:

  • Encourage feedback from participants and staff regarding safety concerns.

  • Maintain open communication channels for reporting hazards.

This risk assessment is a living document and will be reviewed annually or as circumstances change. All staff and volunteers involved in running sports clubs in the primary school hall are expected to familiarize themselves with this assessment and adhere to the outlined control measures.

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