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Issue No: 2Issued by: H&S Team

School Opening Arrangements During COVID-19 Restrictions General Risk Assessment of 29

GENERALGENERALGENERALGENERAL SCHOOLSSCHOOLSSCHOOLSSCHOOLS RISKRISKRISKRISK ASSESSMENTASSESSMENTASSESSMENTASSESSMENTNOTE: Due to the constantly changing situation, dynamic risk assessments must be carried out.

The general risk assessment below MUST be amended to reflect each school's specific controls on anongoing basis.

PARTPARTPARTPART A.A.A.A. ASSESSMENTASSESSMENTASSESSMENTASSESSMENT DETAILS:DETAILS:DETAILS:DETAILS:Area/task/activityArea/task/activityArea/task/activityArea/task/activity: School opening arrangements during COVID-19 restrictions from 1 June 2020 (wider opening delayed). RevisedRevisedRevisedRevised forforforfor wholewholewholewhole schoolschoolschoolschoolopeningopeningopeningopening plannedplannedplannedplanned forforforfor SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember 2020.2020.2020.2020.

LocationLocationLocationLocation ofofofof activityactivityactivityactivity: Moor Hey School

Team/SchoolTeam/SchoolTeam/SchoolTeam/School name:name:name:name:AddressAddressAddressAddress &&&& ContactContactContactContactdetails:details:details:details:

Moor Hey SchoolFar CroftLostock HallPreston

NameNameNameName ofofofof Person(s)Person(s)Person(s)Person(s) undertakingundertakingundertakingundertakingAssessment:Assessment:Assessment:Assessment:

HMC, GT, MP, JC

Signature(s):Signature(s):Signature(s):Signature(s):

LineLineLineLine Manager/Manager/Manager/Manager/HeadteacherHeadteacherHeadteacherHeadteacher(Name/Title):(Name/Title):(Name/Title):(Name/Title):

Helen McLenahan

Headteacher

DateDateDateDate ofofofof Assessment:Assessment:Assessment:Assessment:RevisedRevisedRevisedRevised assessmentassessmentassessmentassessment forforforfor SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberopeningopeningopeningopening

26/5/20208/7/20

Signature:Signature:Signature:Signature: PlannedPlannedPlannedPlanned ReviewReviewReviewReview Date:Date:Date:Date:PlannedPlannedPlannedPlanned ReviewReviewReviewReview Date:Date:Date:Date:

14/6/202016/10/2020

HowHowHowHow communicatedcommunicatedcommunicatedcommunicated totototostaff:staff:staff:staff:

Copy to be displayed in all staffrooms DateDateDateDate communicatedcommunicatedcommunicatedcommunicated totototo staff:staff:staff:staff:DateDateDateDate communicatedcommunicatedcommunicatedcommunicated totototo staffstaffstaffstaff

1/6/202014/7/2020 (PDF copy sent via email)

PARTPARTPARTPART B.B.B.B. HAZARDHAZARDHAZARDHAZARD IDENTIFICATIONIDENTIFICATIONIDENTIFICATIONIDENTIFICATION ANDANDANDAND CONTROLCONTROLCONTROLCONTROL MEASURES:MEASURES:MEASURES:MEASURES:

ListListListList ofofofof significantsignificantsignificantsignificanthazardshazardshazardshazards

(something with thepotential to cause harm)

WhoWhoWhoWho mightmightmightmightbebebebe harmedharmedharmedharmed

TypeTypeTypeType ofofofof harmharmharmharm ExistingExistingExistingExisting controlscontrolscontrolscontrols(actions already taken to control the risk -

include procedure for the task/activity where these are specified)

Changes to officialCOVID-19 guidance andadvice

Employees, pupils,visitors, contractors,parents

Potential spread ofinfectious disease

School regularly refers to official advice from the DfE, PHE, H&S and HR;o Coronavirus (Covid-19): guidance for schools and other educations

settings










o LCC Schools HR guidanceo LCC Health & Safety COVID-19 web page

Headteacher or other senior person keeps up to date with official COVID-19Guidance and informs employees/school arrangements as required.

PREVENT

Impact of H and S rolesand responsibilities andarrangements.

Employees, pupils, Potential spread ofinfectious disease,stress, mental healthinjury or harm fromaccidents+/incidents

Adults who were considered to be clinically extremely vulnerable andreceived a letter advising them to shield are/were advised by the Governmentthat they can/could return to work from 1 August 2020 as long as theymaintain social distancing;Pupils who were considered to be clinically extremely vulnerable andreceived a letter advising them to shield are/were advised by the Governmentthat they can/could return to school from 1 August 2020 (when the rest oftheir class returns);If infection rates rise in local areas, individuals (or family members) from thatarea, and that area only, will be advised to shield during the period whererates remain high and therefore may be temporarily absent;Some pupils no longer required to shield but who generally remain under thecare of a specialist health professional may need to discuss their care withtheir health professional before returning to school. The school works closelywith parents of children who are extremely vulnerable to support a return toschool, carrying out an individual risk assessment as necessary;People who live with those who are clinically extremely vulnerable or clinicallyvulnerable attend the workplace as normal.People who live with those who have comparatively increased risk fromcoronavirus (COVID-19) attend the workplace as normal.School applies the measures set out in the government Guidance for fullopening: schools as far as is reasonably practicable to reduce the risk to allstaff including those who are extremely clinically vulnerable and clinicallyvulnerable.










The school has applied the Government's principles of keeping groupsseparate (bubbles), keeping bubble sizes as small as is reasonablypracticable and maintaining social distancing based on the age and ability ofthe pupils and the feasibility of measures when offering a broad curriculum.Pupils have been placed in 'class bubbles' and interaction between otherclasses minimised as far as is reasonably practicable.Pupil numbers will be carefully managed to ensure the safety of all as far aspossible at all times. Staff working with pupils they are not familiar with mustread the pupils yellow file plus any related guidance such as their Care orBehaviour Plan. If in doubt please seek further advice from the AssistantHeadteacher in the first instance.The majority of classrooms will be in use and classes will operate in ‘socialbubbles’ consisting of 5 groups EYFS, Primary, KS3, KS4 and AP.Each social bubble will be allocated a toilet area. This includes staff.Staff will also have assigned areas for break and lunch. Pupils will havelunch, provided by school caterers (see LA kitchen RA), in their class base (ortheir own packed lunch).As far as possible pupils will remain in their usual class base with their usualstaff but there may be instances when this is not viable.We will endeavour to meet pupils EHCP outcomes with as safe as possiblestaff to student ratio at all times. Staffing levels are reviewed in line withcurrent DfE guidance and where necessary advice is taken from LCCSchools Advisory Service.A recovery curriculum called the Rainbow Curriculum will be in place from thepoint of opening and for the foreseeable future.










This curriculum is heavily focussed on supporting and rebuilding friendshipsand social engagement addressing and equipping the pupils to respond toissues from COVID-19 to improve both their physical and mental wellbeing.We will draw on external support where needed.Where space allows, pupils who are old enough are supported to maintain adistance from each other and are encouraged not to touch staff and theirpeers where possible.A clear behaviour policy will be in place including the restrictions onmovement around the school and hygiene rules. There will be clearexpectations with set sanctions and a reward system.There will be set sanctions for poor behaviour and deliberately breaking therules.There will be no after school clubs in operation.There will be no access to swimming lessons until the government guidanceallowsAssemblies will be virtual using Zoom.The school minibuses will be used in line with the social distancing riskassessment specifically written for each bus.Cooking facilities for pupils will not be in use.You are more at risk if singing, chanting; playing wind or brass instruments,shouting, even at a distance takes place. These should were possible takeplace outside or with no more than 15 pupils positioned back to back.We must avoid sharing instruments.There will be no choirs or ensembles.










Classrooms will be adapted with pupils sat side by side and facing forwards(where possible). Unnecessary furniture will be removed to make morespace.A wellbeing email containing a letter outlining the school’s expectations andpracticalities – a plan based on the latest government guidance will be sent.This will also be sent via the post to ensure all received it.Employees at work have a daily briefing prior to pupils arriving on site toclarify key roles & responsibilities for the day, planned activities for pupils,essential employee tasks to be undertaken, etc.; (this is to be completedinformally for staff working within classes at 8:30am – admin bubble will havetheir meeting once registers have closed for the morning)Newly formed class teams are encouraged to meet as often as they wish toensure communication lines are kept open and each team member is briefedof their role within the team. Meetings will be arranged by the class teacher.Pertinent discussions around pupils, planning and any areas of concern canbe raised during these meetings. Meetings can be held virtually or in school inan area where social distancing can be adhered to.After-school staff meetings will take place via zoom. The purpose of themeeting will be for SLT to share any changes to advice and guidance and forstaff to raise any questions they may have.A form kept in the main office is updated each morning listing:

o the staff on site & their key roleso the most Senior member of staffo who to report issues or concerns too number of pupils, noting medical needs.o agreed times of pupil drop-off and collection (taxis directed by SLT)o first aid provision, a trained member of staff in each social bubble










o fire arrangements (KS4 to assemble on the grass outside Room 11by the fence, Primary classes to assemble on the playground asusual – walkie talkies to communicate)

o security/lock down arrangements (to go to own classroom ifoutside, to remain in own classroom if in class)

o areas of the building that remain in use or have restricted use (thehall will be out of bounds for all staff with exception of the Adminbubble).

All employees have clear roles and responsibilities which are within theircapabilities and are aware of how to raise any concerns; (TAs email JC,Teachers email MP in the first instance if they are not happy then to emailHMc).An individual risk assessment addressing COVID-19 concerns for anemployee returning to school will be undertaken when necessary (this can berequested upon their return to work – school use occupational health after alllengthy absences).All new employees are provided with a site induction and adequateinformation, instruction and training on local health and safety arrangementsand their key roles and responsibilities.The Headteacher/Chair of Governors, SLT, is available to offer support andadvice and to monitor the current working arrangements each day.The Headteacher will continue to send out a weekly newsletter to update thewhole school community.

Impact of reduced staffinglevels.

Employees, pupils Potential spread ofinfectious disease,stress, mental healthinjury or harm fromaccidents+/incidents

Staffing levels are reviewed in line with current DfE guidance and wherenecessary advice is taken from LCC Schools Advisory Service;If a member of staff is absent risk will be assessed and a decision taken as towhether the social bubble can safely operate. There will be an assigned ‘float’member of staff for each bubble. Cover will be provided to cover absence










subject to availability.If a decision is taken that staffing levels are unsafe or the float is unavailablethen sessions for pupils in the bubble will be cancelled and they will not bepermitted to attend school or will be sent home if the absence occurs duringthe course of the day. If the absence is likely to be long term thenarrangements for the bubble will be reviewed.Current risk assessments are referenced for pupil activities and visits thatrequire them. Where necessary these have been updated to reflect any newrisks and control measures due to COVID-19.A dynamic risk assessment is completed to consider the impact on safetywhere there are reduced staffing levels and to clarify what, if any, changes toexisting control measures are required. The outcome from this exercise willidentify whether an activity or task can be carried out safely or if an alternativeis required.Lone working will be monitored by a nominated employee on site e.g. anybuilding maintenance by the Site Manager, will be noted on the whiteboardalong with their whereabouts, a check-out and expected check-in time.The Headteacher/Chair of Governors, or SLT, will keep in regular contact withemployees to monitor the working arrangements and provide support andadvice where necessary.

Spread of COVID-19during transport to andfrom school

Pupils Potential spread ofinfectious diseasePupils stranded ormissing

Lancashire County Council Transport has measures in place to minimise riskof infection for pupils that are transported to school and their staff (see LAtransport RAs). This includes minimal numbers on each bus to support socialdistancing as far as possible.Transport should align as far as possible with the approach adopted by oursetting. How pupils are grouped should reflect the bubbles, hand sanitiserupon boarding/disembarking.DFE will provide new guidance to the LEA based on this framework.










Staff, parents and pupils are encouraged to walk or cycle to school wherepossible.Where this is not possible, use of private transport is recommended.Public transport should be avoided wherever possible. If public transport hasto be used, staff are advised to follow social distancing rules and thoroughlywash their hands with warm running water and hand soap for at least 20seconds on arrival to school. They must wear a mask which must be sealedin a bag whilst in school.Specific school transporttransporttransporttransport providersprovidersprovidersproviders havehavehavehave beenbeenbeenbeen mademademademade awareawareawareaware ofofofof thethethethe currentcurrentcurrentcurrentarrangementsarrangementsarrangementsarrangements forforforfor start and finish times.School have been assured that transport providers, as far as possible, followhygiene rules and try to keep distance from passengers.School have been assured that drivers have been instructed that they mustnot undertake duties for school if they or a member of their household aredisplaying any symptoms of coronavirus.Staff to wear appropriate PPE such as a fluid resistant disposable face maskwhen supporting pupils with complex needs who require assistance toaccess the vehicle or fasten seatbelts; Immediately after assisting pupilsemployee will thoroughly wash their hands with warm running water and handsoap for at least 20 seconds.On receiving pupils and after putting pupils on transport staff must anti bac orwash their hands for at least 20 seconds.Assurances have been given by transport providers that transport is cleanedregularly and that high touch points are sanitised prior to a school pickup/drop off.A system is in place to manage queuing, boarding and disembarking fromtransport to prevent unnecessary close contact with others.










Children will be brought in one social bubble at a time off the buses.Staff from each bubble will receive pupils before the next social bubble isnotified.Pupils brought to school by parents will be instructed as follows:

Parents must park on the street.

Pupils must be brought to the pedestrian gate within their allotted time(depending upon which bubble they are in) either at the front or theback of school as advised.

Social distancing must take place if there is than one family outside inthis area.

Staff will be at the gates to collect children.It should be noted that before and end of day procedures will take longer dueto the additional control measure in place.No items must be accepted that have been sent in from home other thanmedication, incontinence wear, therapy equipment, spare clothes and outerwear (coats etc) and packed lunches/snacks.

Spread of COVID-19 virusvia germs on surfaces andfurniture within thebuilding

Employees, pupils,visitors, contractors,parents, members ofthe public


Guidance and training is provided for staff to ensure they understand, andcan enforce, the new routines and support pupils in understanding them andare familiar with revised physical arrangements, well in advance on whenwhole school opening begins. This information will be shared via virtualmeetings, meetings in school and email.Classes will operate in ‘social bubbles’ (as detailed above) and must not mixwith one another. This includes outside spaces. No one outside of the socialbubble will be permitted into the classroom.All employees, pupils and visitors are required to follow guidelines re washinghands thoroughly with warm running water and hand soap for at least 20










seconds upon arrival on site and/or use the hand sanitiser at the point ofentry.All employees and pupils to wash their hands more frequently, particularlybefore eating and drinking, administering first aid, before and afterplaytime/breaks, after using shared resources and after using the toilet.Posters are displayed on good hand washing technique and governmentguidelines on good hygiene/social distancing.Pupils are reminded to avoid touching their faces whenever possibleparticularly with unwashed hands.Where necessary pupils are supervised and monitored to ensure safe andappropriate hand hygiene.Skin cleaning wipes have been made available for use with very young pupilsor pupils with complex needs.Everyone follows the Catch it, Bin it, Kill it guidance to catch coughs andsneezes in tissues and throw them in the bin immediately (hands to bewashed immediately after disposal).Tissues are readily available in the areas being used.(plenty of pink boxes just need to email to JT when running low or ask GT)Pupils are reminded how to catch coughs and sneezes if a tissue is notreadily available i.e. in the crook of the elbow rather than in the hands.Hand sanitiser has been made available where hand washing facilities arenot readily accessible.An enhanced cleaning schedule is followed for frequently touched objectssuch as railings/bannisters, door and window handles, taps, desk/table tops,sports equipment, teaching & learning aids, computer equipment, telephones,toys and bathroom facilities.










At lunchtime, tables in the classroom to be wiped before and after dinnerusing the cloths and washing-up liquid spray.All occupied areas will be thoroughly cleaned at the end of the day.Classes will be cleaned at the end of each day of use which will includingadditional any anti-bacing of frequently used surfaces such as door andwindow handles, toilet flush and taps.Scientific advice suggests that:

The virus can remain air borne for up to 3 hours.

On cardboard for up to 24 hours (if not sanitised).

On metal and shiny plastic for up to 72 hours (if not sanitised).Outdoor equipment is cleaned between groups of pupils using it. Multiplegroups are not permitted to use outdoor equipment simultaneously.The zoning into social bubbles means that primary will have access to theprimary yard at the back of school. KS3 will have the main yard at the back ofschool and KS4 the field at the front of school. Breaks and lunches have beenstaggered to allow for fewer pupils to be outside at any one time.If resources do not allow for the cleaning of outdoor equipment betweendifferent groups using it then it will be made off limits until cleaning can becarried out;A documented cleaning checklist is in place to ensure the enhanced cleaningschedule is followed and maintained; (GT to oversee)Employees have been instructed on cleaning and sanitising requirementsincluding the use of chemicals and cleaning materials and instructions on theuse of PPE; (discussed in zoom meetings)PPE is provided for employees to wear during cleaning activities and must beworn as instructed e.g. gloves, aprons etc.










Waste cleaning materials are disposed of in the usual way unless it isconfirmed or suspected that they are contaminated as a result of a member ofstaff of pupil displaying symptoms.COSHH risk assessments are in place and followed for cleaning products andhave been shared with staff as necessary.Staff have been instructed to store personal items and clothing in areas notwidely accessible during the working day e.g. in staffrooms.To facilitate social distancing and to limit the amount of touchable surfaces,unnecessary items have been removed from classrooms and other learningenvironments and placed in storage where they do not pose increased tripsor fire risks.Soft furnishings, soft toys and toys that are hard to clean (such as those withintricate parts) have been removed and placed in storage;

(Some still needs to remain due to the nature of the children, blue chairsused for RPI, some tactile resources the children need – goodhousekeeping will be observed with these items).

Stationery and other equipment is not shared where possible by either staff orpupils; (trays and resources compiled).Shared work areas are avoided wherever possible. Where this is not possiblework areas must be thoroughly sanitized before and after use by differentpeople.Classroom based resources, such as books and games are used and sharedwithin the bubble; these are cleaned regularly, along with all frequentlytouched surfaces.Resources that are shared between classes or bubbles, such as sports, artand science equipment are cleaned frequently and meticulously betweenbubbles.










Resources that are shared between classes or bubbles, such as sports, artand science equipment are rotated to allow them to be left unused and out ofreach for a period of 48 hours (72 hours for plastics) between use by differentbubbles.External coaches and facilities can be used in line with the Governmentguidance.Good housekeeping is maintained at all times.All areas must be ventilated as far as possible. When weather allows ensureclassroom windows are open.Waste bins are emptied at least daily or more often as necessary and thecontents disposed of safely; (plastic bins with lids and foot pedals have beenbought to allow waste to be stored without touching the bin).The school will follow the procedures as set out in the Government guidanceCleaning in Non-Health Care Settings following a confirmed or suspectedcase of COVID-19 on site;Contaminated or suspected contaminated waste will be double bagged,labelled and stored for 72 hours before being disposed of with general waste;(yellow bags have been bought for this).Where it is not possible to store waste for 72 hours, arrangements will bemade for collection by the school's specialist clinical waste contractor.A strict colour coding system of cleaning equipment is in place to reduce therisk of cross contamination.No visitors to the premises are permitted other than contractors conductinglegal compliance checks, personnel carrying out repairs and visitors that havehad authorisation from the Headteacher.Staff must bring their own bottles, mugs and cutlery into school. These arethe responsibility of each individual and must be kept within the social bubble.










The staffroom will be cleared of shared resources.Staffrooms are to be minimised and set up for social distancing.Shared surfaces must be wiped. E.g. microwaves, kettles, fridge handles.Milk will be provided to each social bubble for staff.

Spread of COVID-19 virusvia air borne particles



Staff, parents and pupils are made aware of the virus symptoms;Guidance on Social Distancing MUSTMUSTMUSTMUST be adhered to at all times wherepossible;DfE COVID-19 guidance on implementing social distancing in educationalsettings is implemented and reviewed regularly;Classes have been split into social bubbles with regular staff including ateacher and the amount of teaching assistants needed to support that groupsafely.Room layouts and table settings in class have been adjusted to allow forsocial distancing with pupils facing forward and sat side by side.Pupils will remain in the same small groups at all times each day, anddifferent groups will not mix during the day, or on subsequent days.The classes contain no more than 13 children with no more than 40 childrenin a social bubble.The same teacher(s) and other staff will be assigned to each group and, asfar as possible, these will stay the same during the day and on subsequentdays.The teacher and pupils within an individual group will use the sameclassroom or area of a setting throughout the day.Where possible rooms are accessed directly from outside; (Room 3 has adoor just outside on the corridor as does Room 5).










A one-way circulation route along corridors is not possible in the school,hence the different bubbles and recreation areas.Breaks will be staggered to ensure that corridors or circulation routes have alimited number of pupils using them at any time.Children in different classes are encouraged not to play together at breaktimes. Breaks are staggered to restricted the number of children playing atone time and classes are supervised and kept apart as far as possible.Social bubbles are not permitted to use outdoor equipment that has not beenallocated to their class team.When outside social bubbles are encouraged to adhere to social distancingalthough it is understood that this may not always be viable due to the natureof some of our young people. Staff should encourage activities that allow fordistancing such as, throwing balls, using hoops, or parachute games.Bikes and trikes may be used by pupils in their social bubbles following strictguidelines washing down after each use.Outdoor sandpits must not be used.Lunch breaks for staff are staggered to limit the occupancy of the staff roomand additional space for breaks will be created by using other parts of theschool not in use and pop up staffrooms.Staff room furniture has been reconfigured to maintain social distancing andreduce face to face contact.Specific toilet areas are designated to different groups of children.Primary social bubble will use the toilets on the Primary corridor.Monkey Puzzle will use the toilets within their classroom.KS3 will use the toilets on the Room 6/7 corridor.










Year 7 will use the toilets in The Stables.KS4 will use the toilets on the Room 9/10 corridor.Access to the toilets will be controlled to limit the number of pupils who usethem at one time in order to manage social distancing.Staff are encouraged to take toilet breaks (when safe to leave the classroom)throughout the day to minimise numbers needing access to toilets at any onetime.As far as practicable classes will be kept apart with only brief transitorycontact if this is unavoidable.Pupils will be encouraged to socially distance themselves from staff and otherpupils and to stay within their classes.Staff (where possible) maintain distance from pupils and other staff.As part of the health and safety measures active engagement in the NHSTest and Trace programme must be adhered to.When possible, groups will work outdoors as this can limit transmission andmore easily allow for social distancing between children and staff.Parents/carers will not enter the school unless absolutely necessary, wherethis is unavoidable they will be instructed to follow handwashing and socialdistancing guidelines.Arrangements are in place for parents/carers to drop off and collect childrenat specified times, without physically entering the premises – staff willsupervise children entering through the designated door for their class.Parents have been advised that only one parent should accompany their childto the school entrance.Meetings to be held via remote working tools wherever possible; (zoom).Only when absolutely necessary will a face to face meeting take place. This










will be with the minimum number of participants, whilst observing socialdistancing rules either in an outdoor space or well ventilated area indoors.Measures have been put in place to protect office staff when dealing withcontractors, parents and visitors. Glass windows are in place in the receptionareas.Wherever possible, contractors, parents and visitors should only attend byprior appointment.The occupancy of the school office is restricted to ensure social distancing 2metre rules can be observed.

Employee or pupildisplaying signs ofCOVID-19 whilst in school



Guidance on Social Distancing MUST be adhered as far as possible.Employees are aware of the virus symptoms and are vigilant in reporting allconcerns to the responsible person who will reference DfE COVID-19:guidance for education settings for advice on dealing with the situation.Employees who have assisted someone who has taken ill with COVID-19symptoms will wash their hands with warm running water and soap for aminimum of 20 seconds. They do not need to go home unless they displaythe symptoms themselves.Employees are aware of the virus symptoms. Employees must not present forwork if they are displaying COVID-19 associated symptoms.Employees must immediately go home if they begin to display COVID-19associated symptoms. A COVID-19 test must be immediately arranged by thestaff member when they arrive home and the staff member must isolate athome until test results have been received. If the test is negative theemployee must return to work. If the test is positive they must self-isolate.ALL test results must be reported to the Headteacher.Deep clean action as detailed in our COVID-19 Response Plan must befollowed in the case of a suspected or confirmed COVID-19.










If a pupil displays symptoms they will not be permitted to remain in school.Their parent/carer etc will be required to take them home. Where this is notimmediately possible, the pupil will be placed in a separate room until theycan be collected, whilst being mindful of individual pupils' needs.Ideally, a window will be opened in the room for increased ventilation.If it is not possible to isolate the pupil e.g. if it causes them undue distress orthey need to remain under adult observation, an assessment will be carriedout to see whether it is sufficient to move them to an area which is at least 2metres away from others.If an individual (adult or child) showing COVID-19 symptoms, needs to usethe bathroom while waiting to go home, they will use a separate bathroom ifpossible. The bathroom will then be cleaned and disinfected before beingused by anyone else.Staff and parents have been instructed to inform school immediately of theresults of a test so that an assessment can be made of the potential impacton school.

Staff, pupils & householdmembers test positive forCOVID-19

Staff, pupils, visitors,contractors,household members


If someone tests positive, they are instructed to follow the ‘stay at home:guidance for households with possible or confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19)infection’ self-isolating for at least 7 days from the onset of their symptomsand will only be allowed to return to school when they do not have symptomsincluding; a high temperature, cough or loss of sense of smell/taste. They willbe advised that other members of their household must continue self-isolatingfor the full 14 days.The School will contact the local health protection team as soon as they havebeen notified of a positive result. (This team may also contact schools directlyif they become aware that someone who has tested positive for coronavirus(COVID-19) attended the school – as identified by NHS Test and Trace).The health protection team will carry out a rapid risk assessment to confirmwho has been in close contact with the person during the period that they










were infectious, and ensure they are asked to self-isolate.Based on the advice from the health protection team, school will send homethose people who have been in close contact with the person who has testedpositive, advising them to self-isolate for 14 days since they were last in closecontact with that person when they were infectious. Close contact means:direct close contact - face to face contact with an infected individual for anylength of time, within 1 metre, including being coughed on, a face to faceconversation, or unprotected physical contact (skin-to-skin);proximity contacts - extended close contact (within 1 to 2 metres for morethan 15 minutes) with an infected individual;travelling in a small vehicle, i.e. a car, with an infected person.School will keep a record of pupils and staff in each group (bubble) and anyclose contact that takes places between children and staff in different groups.School will not share the names or details of people with coronavirus(COVID-19) unless essential to protect others.Household members of those contacts who are sent home do not need toself-isolate themselves unless the pupil or staff member who is self-isolatingsubsequently develops symptoms.If someone in a class or group that has been asked to self-isolate developssymptoms themselves within their 14-day isolation period they are instructedto follow the ‘stay at home: guidance for households with possible orconfirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) infection’ and instructed to get a test.If the test is negative they are instructed to remain in isolation for theremainder of the 14-day isolation period as they could still develop thecoronavirus (COVID-19) within the remaining days.If the test result is positive, they are instructed to inform school immediately,and must isolate for at least 7 days from the onset of their symptoms (whichcould mean the self-isolation ends before or after the original 14-day isolation










period).They are advised that their household should self-isolate for at least 14 daysfrom when the symptomatic person first had symptoms.

Outbreak of COVID-19within school


Spread of infectiousdisease

The school will work closely with the local health protection team if there aretwo or more confirmed cases within 14 days, or there is an overall rise insickness absence where coronavirus (COVID-19) is suspected. The localhealth protection team will advise if additional action is required.Schools is aware that in consultation with the local Director of Public Health,where an outbreak in a school is confirmed, a mobile testing unit may bedispatched to test others who may have been in contact with the person whohas tested positive. Testing will first focus on the person’s class, followed bytheir year group, then the whole school if necessary, in line with routine publichealth outbreak control practice.

Transmission of COVID-19 due to lack ofconsultation on safeworking practices andprovision of information &instruction on safe waysof working.

Staff, pupils, visitors,contractors, parents

Spread of infectiousdisease

Guidance and training is provided for staff to ensure they understand, andcan enforce, the new routines and support pupils in understanding them andare familiar with revised physical arrangements.Senior leaders within school ensure staff are consulted when consideringlocal arrangements and there is ongoing engagement with staff (includingthrough trade unions and employee representative groups) to monitor andunderstand any unforeseen impacts of changes to working environments.Senior personnel, are available to offer support and advice and to monitor thecurrent working arrangements on a daily basis.All new staff and volunteers are provided with a site induction and adequateinformation, instruction and training on local health, safety and COVID securearrangements and their key roles and responsibilities.Signage, posters and other instructions are displayed to supportimplementation of COVID secure measures.Up to date information and guidance on how to manage the risks associated










with COVID -19 are available on the Health & Safety Website.Transmission of COVID-19 staff rest areas



Lunch breaks for staff are staggered to limit the occupancy of the staff roomand additional space for breaks will be created by using other parts of theschool.The number of staff allowed in the staff room at any one time is restricted toenable social distancing to be maintained.Staff room furniture has been reconfigured to maintain social distancing andreduce face to face contact.Signage and floor markings support staff to maintain 2 metre distance.Staff are encouraged to bring their own food to work.

Manual Handling Employees Musculoskeletalinjuries

A dynamic risk assessment is carried out when moving furniture & resourceswhich takes into account;

o the task being undertaken;o the capabilities of individual carrying out the task;o the load being lifted or moved;o the surroundings (environment).

Need for PersonalProtective Equipment(PPE)



Employees are aware of the need to use the appropriate PPE whencompleting specific tasks e.g. cleaning; intimate care.PPE must be worn when dealing with intimate care and changing as theseare planned activities that require PPE as per current guidance. The usualPPE is available in changing areas for intimate care. These include apronsand gloves. In addition fluid repellent face shields and oversleeves have beenmade available.PPE is sourced through the schools usual procurement routes.Disposable gloves and impermeable aprons must be worn during cleaning










and sanitization.Disposal gloves & impermeable aprons should be worn when administeringfirst aid. A dynamic risk assessment should be carried out on individualcircumstances before deciding if it is appropriate to also wear a fluid repellentface shield if there is a risk of splashing of bodily fluids and/or airbornecontaminates.Staff are provided with information and instruction on the use and disposal ofPPE. Supplies have been placed in the first aid room and secondarystaffrooms.In line with current government advice facemasks will not be provided forgeneral use in the classroom as it has been determined, by scientific advice,that it is not effective. Facemasks serve to protect others if you are displayingsymptoms. Advice indicates that they are not effective in stoppingtransmission to the wearer.We are aware that some pupils display behaviour that may bring others in tocontact with bodily fluids. Due to the reactive nature of most behaviourmanagement it will not be possible for staff to adorn PPE before dealing withbehaviour. In many cases the PPE may actually present an additional risk if itis pulled or otherwise by a pupil requiring behaviour management. Pupilslikely to require behaviour management will be risk assessed to ensure weprovide, as far as possible, appropriate protection for staff where deemednecessary.ALL PPE is single use and is classed as clinical waste. PPE used in bubblesmust be placed in a bin liner tied and then placed in a clinical waste yellowbag. PPE used in bathroom areas must be placed straight in to yellow bags.

Reduced first aidprovision

All buildingoccupants

Untreated injuries Daily consideration is given to the reduced level of first aid provision on site;(most staff are first aid trained).An Appointed Person will be delegated to take charge in an emergencysituation daily; (this will be JBe – KS4, HMc – KS3, SW - Primary).










In the event of an incident requiring higher level first aid, the AppointedPerson can seek advice from the NHS by calling 111 and asking for medicaladvice, or call the emergency services on 999 to request an ambulance.

Administering first aidduring COVID-19Pandemic


Untreated injuries,potential spread ofinfectious disease

First Aiders are aware of and follow the Government guidance for firstresponders;The First Aid Needs Assessment has been reviewed and amended to takeaccount of current occupancy, numbers of first aiders required and additionalPPE needed during the COVID-19 pandemic including provision of disposalgloves, disposal plastic aprons and fluid repellent face shields.First aiders will pay particular attention to sanitation measures immediatelybefore and following the administration of first aid; washing their hands withwarn running water and soap for a minimum of 20 seconds.

Fire and lock-downarrangements


Burns, smokeinhalation, firerelated injuries,death, injuriesrelating toviolence/aggression

Employees are made aware of the current fire and lock-down procedures,including amendments to normal working practices due to the current limitedresources and building use, etc.;(Primary and KS3 as normal, KS4 as normal but to line up outside Room 11on the grass side of the fence rather than going through the gate,communication through the walkie talkies)Daily checks are made to ensure all required fire doors are not blocked andkept unlocked and are available in the event of an emergency.To reduce movement around the school, the double doors which lead out ofthe hall will be cable-tied during the school day. These are easily broken ifnecessary during an emergency.Surplus furniture and resources have been stored away safely so as not tocause a fire hazard, block fire exits or obscure fire extinguishers or firesignage.Nominated persons are identified each day: GT










In the event of a fire alarm -o to liaise with the fire officer and report any concerns e.g. areas of a

building that may not have been checked;o to act as Fire Wardens, take out the register and emergency grab

bag. (JT/RB)In the event of a lock-down – HMc/MP

o to call/liaise with the Police.o to lead pupils to a 'safe area' depending upon the type of security

threat/lock-down (Safe area being classroom).In an emergency there is no requirement to adhere to the 2 metre socialdistancing rule if it would be unsafe to do so i.e. it would hinder evacuation;

Contractors and visitorsto site includingdeliveries


Accidents orincidents resulting ininjury, occupationaldisease, or a risk tohealth e.g.electrocution, fire,legionellosis,asbestosis

Premises management inspections, testing and servicing of plant, equipment,etc. are kept up-to-date for all parts of the building that remain in use e.g.:

o Fire Checks: weekly fire alarm checks continue to be made andrecorded for occupied parts of the building. The same principleapplies to emergency lighting, fire extinguishers etc.

o Asbestos inspections: undertaken on any areas of the buildingcontaining asbestos which remain open. If there is no prospect ofareas containing asbestos being disturbed they will be safely leftuntil the school fully reopens, at which point checks will be madeas part of the reopening process.

o Legionella/Water hygiene: weekly flushing regimes will continue;prior to undertaking the flushing regime, the domestic hot waterplant will be switched on and fully operational to ensure water isstored above 60 °C for at least 1 hour prior to commencing theweekly flushing regime to sterilize the hot water system and reducethe proliferation of legionella bacteria.










o Contractor servicing and maintenance: servicing, etc., will continuewherever possible (see section on Contractors and visitors to thepremises). The schools property consultant will be contacted foradvice prior to reopening areas of the school where it has not beenpossible to keep these up-to-date.

o Testing of electrical items (PAT): PAT testing will continue wherepossible. If not possible, the school will put local controls in placee.g. by undertaking pre-use visual checks for signs or damage orscorching, removing any damaged or faulty equipment from use,switching off and unplugging all equipment after use etc.

Records of all testing and checks will be kept; (GT)Contractors and visitors tosite including deliveries



Visitors to site are limited to essential persons only and wherever possible byappointment.All visitors will follow the Government's guidance and the school's stricthygiene and social distancing rules e.g. hand washing/sanitisation uponentry.Contractors must obtain permission before attending site.Site rules & procedures have been revised to include additional controls tomitigate the risk of transmission of COVID-19.Where visitors to site are essential they will be made aware of socialdistancing and school protocols and expected to follow these closely.They must anti-bac their hands before entering the school. Essential visitorsare classed as contractors carrying out legal compliance checks, repairs,hygiene waste disposal or visitors authorised by the Headteacher.Visitors will not be required to wear lanyards but will be required to wear aprinted ID badge which they will access themselves from the badge printerOffice staff are aware of and explain additional hygiene and social distancing










rules required by contractors and visitors on arrival.A procedure is in place to sanitise touchscreen sign-in systems each timethey are used.Contractors are encouraged to access site asbestos surveys on PAMS priorto a site visit.The Executive Summary (list of occurrences at the start of the asbestossurvey), along with a floorplan of the school with asbestos containing and'unknown' materials highlighted on it has been printed and laminated forcontractors on arrival to site. Conformation of sight of the survey will besigned in the Contractors file by school staff. Laminated sheets handled bythe Contractor will be wiped clean using gloves and disinfectant wipesfollowing use.Contractors will wear appropriate PPE as determined by their employer,however they may be asked to wear additional PPE (provided by the school)upon arrival e.g. gloves, mask, coveralls, shoe covers, etc. Contractors willcomply with any additional PPE or hygiene requirements made by the schoolprior to entry.Contractors will keep the time spent on site to a minimum and will make allefforts to only attend site to carry out work during periods of reducedoccupation.Alternative routes around or through the premises will be used as instructedby the school e.g. the school may usher the contractor through a fire escapedoor to access an adjacent room, rather than walking them through theschool to reach their destination.The number of site deliveries has been reduced where possible.A procedure is in place to wipe down deliveries with sanitizer entering theschool premises where possible.Staff handling deliveries will observe good hand hygiene, washing hands










using warm running water and soap for a minimum of 20 seconds or using insanitiser after handling new deliveries that have not been sanitised.

Stress and Anxiety Staff Increased levels ofstress/anxiety andlower than normallevels of wellbeing

The Headteacher/Chair of Governors, or SLT, will keep in regular contact withstaff to monitor their working arrangements and offer support and advicewhere necessary.Pupil sessions are staggered to allow all staff in social bubbles to debriefeither in a morning or at the end of the day. We hope that this will addressimmediate operational issues and support staff with their emotional healthand well-being.Staff are able to make contact with a colleague or manager for advice andsupport, or just for reassurance, during the normal working day.A process is available for individuals to report concerns over breaches ofschool safe working policy/guidelines so that intervention can occur. Pleaserefer to the Whistle Blowing Policy located in the staffrooms.Where a member of staff returning to the workplace has raised concernsabout their safety or wellbeing due to the risk of COVID-19, where necessarytheir line manager can complete a risk assessment addressing COVID-19concerns for an employee to help identify key concerns and any furtheradjustments required to support them at work.Staff are made aware of sources of information that will assist employeewellbeing such as:

o Employee Wellbeingo MIND web siteo H&S COVID-19 web page

The Department for Education is providing additional support for both pupiland staff wellbeing in the current situation. Information about the extra mentalhealth support for pupils and teachers is available;The Education Support Partnership provides a free helpline for school staffand targeted support for mental health and wellbeing.










Outbreak planning Staff and pupils Potential spread ofinfectious disease

A contingency plan is in place for potential outbreaks.Advice will be taken from Public Health England with regard to a schooloutbreak and partial of full school closures.Local lockdowns will result in the school being open only for vulnerable andcritical workers children with all other pupils accessing remote education.Remote education will resume immediately.This will be a mixture of work packs and zoom face to face teaching.This may include some video lessons set by the Oak academy and availableon line.

This general risk assessment will apply to this area/task/activity in most schools providing the control measures described are in operation and there areno further local significant hazards. If it does not fully apply and further control measures are required, please complete the Action Plan at Part C. If it fullyapplies please sign below.

I certify that the risk assessment above fully applies to the area/task/activity under assessment in Moor Hey School

Signed: Name: Helen McLenahan Risk Assessor: SLT & Site Manager




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