Scenario 1

Marcus is on placement in your school whilst studying for his level 2 qualification. When he arrived at the school this morning he noticed that the outside climbing frame was very wet and slippery. Marcus realises immediately that this is a potential hazard. However, the weather forecast is for a sunny day despite the wet start to the morning.

What action should Marcus take? Should he report the hazard now or assume it will by dry by playtime?

Scenario 2

You are mentoring Myra, a new teaching assistant who is supporting in the year 6 class with you today. The children are using magnifying glasses for their group projects. It is a really hot stuffy day and the children in Myra's group want to undertake their project outside. Myra comes to you for advice.

Consider your response. How might you balance the choices of the children with health or safety requirements? What risks or hazards might there be?

2. Explain why it is important to take a balanced approach to risk management. (LO3.1)

3. Explain the dilemmas between the rights and choices of children and young people and health and safety requirements. (LO3.2)