Health and safety policy: model and examples
All schools must have a health and safety policy. Use our model policy for your school or trust, which includes an accident report form, to stay compliant.
Last reviewed on 28 March 2024 See updates
Statutory/mandatory for:
Maintained schools
Free schools
Independent schools
Pupil referral units
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- Download our model policy
- Examples from schools
- Is approved by Forbes Solicitors
- Is designed for you to adapt to suit your school’s context
- Takes account of relevant requirements and good practice
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Examples from schools
The examples below also include a statement of intent. This usually forms part of a school's health and safety policy, although some schools choose to produce a separate health and safety statement of intent.
Primary academy in a multi-academy trust (MAT) – Abbey Primary School in Nottinghamshire
Maintained secondary school – Lawnswood School in Leeds
Secondary academy in a MAT – the Blue Coat CofE School in Oldham adopted the health and safety policy of Cranmer Education Trust
Maintained special school – Briarwood School, City of Bristol
