H&S Updates & News

Welcome to the H&S updates page. Here you will find the latest H&S news.

Please click on a news piece to read more. 

Reported School Incident Using Pillar Drill

Useful article for reference. The teacher had been trained and his knowledge in the report wasn’t in question – the implementation was.

Protective Eyewear Update

An update of regulations being introduced for protective eyewear in schools

Addendum to BS4163:2021 Code of Practice

Amendments made to the BS4163 published in 2021

RDTHSC Conference 2024

The 2024 RDTHSC Conference will be held on Thursday 14th November, open for more details

Health and Safety Training Videos for RDTHSC’s

Access to H&S training videos when delivering courses

Updated Guide to Allocation of Accreditation Training Times

This chart shows the recommended training time that needs to be allocated when delivering training

Work Exposure Limits

Changes to be aware of for WEL's

RDTHSC Handbook 2025

This handbook has been written to clarify the procedures and practices to be followed by all Registered Design and Technology Health and Safety Consultants (RDTHSCs) when preparing teachers and support staff to meet the TDA/D&T Association Health & Safety Training Standards in Design & Technology.

Welding Fumes alert

Alert from HSE regarding H&S issues from welding

First Stage Observation Form for Trainee RDTHSC's

Form to be completed when observing a Trainee RDTHSC training session

Recommended advice for students under the age of 16 using a band saw

Recommended advice for students under the age of 16 using a band saw

Template for Event Descriptions

A series of templates to aid a description of an event when submitting for advertising

Cancellation Policy Guidance

An example of cancellation terms that can be incorporated into your own policy or website

Consultant Directory & DBS Checks

Would you like your details added to the Consultants Directory? Read through the guidelines and complete the proforma. We are also able to offer DBS Checks (previously known as CRB)

List of Reminder Videos on D&TTV

All of the Specialist Extension Level videos can now be accessed by RDTHSCs and schools directly on D&TTV

Quotation Form Template for Booking Training

This is an example of a booking form that can be used to clarify the training being booked and the expectations of cost.

Advertising H&S training on the D&T Association's website

Should you wish to advertise on the Association's website, follow the instructions outlined in the attached document.

CUG Health & Safety User Guide 2017

Health & Safety User Guide

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