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WELCOME TO COMPLIANCE MATTERS
Published at the start of every half term by HANDSAM, the leading experts in education compliance management, COMPLIANCE MATTERS keeps education professionals up to date in all aspects of health and safety.
Compliance Matters 37: January 2023
Welcome to the 37th edition of Compliance Matters - the UK's original eZine for health and safety compliance in the education sector .
A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE IN HEALTH AND SAFETY AND EDUCATION
In this issue, we look at the danger of disposing of discarded batteries.
What is Diabulimia? Find out about this serious eating disorder that may be affecting some of your students.
Marilyn Hawes examines The Growing Problem of Incel Culture.
One of the most common queries we receive from our clients is: Should plug socket covers be used in schools?
Do you think you need to report a data breach? Use the ICO self assessment for data breaches tool.
The LGA has advised schools to check their facilities for RAAC - what is it and why is it dangerous?
Martin Cain gives guidance on preventing hair discrimination in your school.
HSE are conducting inspections of schools with radioactive sources, we tell you what to expect.
Get involved with LGBT+ History Month, Children's Mental Health Week and Safer Internet Day.
Why were a company and its former director ordered to pay more than £100,000 over an insufficient risk assessment? Find out here.
Read about how a fire safety failure at a construction site led to prosecutions.
News from the FPA: A report from The Institute of Engineering and Technology reveals that failing electrical networks can lead to fires.
Handsam wishes all of our clients, a safe and happy half term