Download our model policy
Approved by Forbes Solicitors, this model document is designed for you to adapt to suit your school’s context.
Academies and independent schools are required to have a risk assessment policy under paragraph 16 of part 3 of the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014.
Other types of school are not required to have a risk assessment policy but may still find the model policy useful.
You may want to use this alongside our statutory risk assessments checklist.
Use the HSE guide to risk assessment
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published guidance on carrying out risk assessments.
It suggests 5 steps to follow to conduct a suitable assessment:
You can also find a generic risk assessment template and a decision
