Pushes and Pulls
Play table curling, help the Ram-bunnies parachute display team and check out our Chair of Nails in this introduction to forces for the very young.
Risk Assessment
| Activity | Hazard | Precaution | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair Ride | Possibility of finger trapped in side | Child holds hands in lab or arms of chair | Low |
| Song | N/A | N/A | |
| Standing up | Strain if not carried out properly | Demonstrate activity Warn children to behave sensibly | Low |
| Table Curling | Splinters | Boards smoothed before use | Very low |
| Parachutes | Trip hazard as children round class | Ensure sensible and orderly movement at all times | Low |
| Story | Slight risk of tripping | Ensure sensible & orderly behaviour at all times | Low |
| Money is heavy | Ensure students attempt to lift sensibly. | Low | |
| Chair of Nails | Slight risk of puncture wounds | Only adults invited to participate. Take weight on arms and lower whole bottom onto nails simultaneously Check suitability of volunteers | Low |
