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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 40: June 2023
Welcome to the 40th edition of Compliance Matters - the UK's original eZine for health and safety compliance in the education sector.
Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) has been updated. See what has changed here.
We look at the proposed Mental Health First Aid Bill.
The new Academy Trust Handbook comes into effect from September 1st. Find out what has changed here.
Are you aware of the DfE guidance regarding the inspection of glazing?
Ofsted Inspections are changing - find out how here.
Marilyn Hawes tells us about the Chat GPT and Safeguarding.
Looking for activities you can do on the grounds of your facility? We have some advice on Summer activities outside the classroom.
Does your school need a new healthcare plan template? Handsam can provide one for you.
Are you planning to send students on work experience placements? Read our guide here.
Handsam has published a selection of digests of articles from previous issues of Compliance Matters.
The government has updated its guidance on what to do if you suspect someone has a concussion. Find out what has changed here.
Does your facility have sprinklers for use in the event of a fire? Find out why you need them here.
ACAS has issued some new advice on managing stress. Read about it here.
The Internet Watch Foundation has issued its annual report. Read about their findings here.
Martin Cain gives guidance on DfE filtering and monitoring standards for schools.
We have some new client guidance: Updated Handsam User Guides.
News from the FPA: Information about fire door ironmongery.
Have you got a sports day planned for this half term? Check out the Handsam guidance here.
Is the warmer weather making you think you'd like to take your lessons outside? Here's how you can say safe in the sun.
Read about a new police internet safety strategy - the CyberAlarm.
Men's Health Week takes place 12th-18th June. Read about how you can get involved here.
Thinking about planning your next school trip? Handsam School Trips Advisor can help you find the perfect provider and venue. Read all about how to use it here.
Have you checked out the Handsam Blog? It is updated every Monday in term time, with news stories and items of interest for everyone in the business of educational compliance.
Handsam wishes all of our clients, a safe and happy half term.
