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Use of ICT Equipment Risk Assessment Template
The complete guide to creating professional risk assessments for computers, tablets, and digital technology in schools.
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Updated February 2026
The essential guide to ICT safety in schools
Digital technology is now fundamental to education, with students using computers, tablets, and online resources daily. Managing ICT equipment safely requires attention to both physical hazards and the unique risks of the digital environment.
This guide covers everything you need to create a thorough risk assessment—from electrical safety and ergonomics to online safety, data protection, and cybersecurity measures that keep students and staff protected.
Educational
Activity Benefits
Why ICT skills matter
Digital Literacy
Develops digital literacy, typing, and information management.
Research Skills
Enhances research skills and critical evaluation of sources.
Creativity
Supports creativity through multimedia production and coding.
E-Safety
Teaches e-safety, privacy, and respectful online behaviour.
Risk Identification
Key hazards & control measures
Online Safety & ContentHigh Risk
Potential Harm
Exposure to harmful content, cyberbullying, harassment, safeguarding breaches.
Control Measures
- Robust content filtering on all devices
- Monitoring software active during sessions
- Clear acceptable use policy signed by all
- E-safety education embedded in curriculum
Electrical SafetyHigh Risk
Potential Harm
Electric shock, burns, fire from faulty equipment or overloaded sockets.
Control Measures
- Regular PAT testing of all equipment
- Cable management to prevent damage
- No food or drink near devices
- Damaged equipment reported immediately
Trip HazardsMedium Risk
Potential Harm
Trips, falls, injury from trailing cables and poorly positioned equipment.
Control Measures
- Cable covers and trunking used
- Wireless devices where practical
- Clear walkways maintained
- Regular visual checks of areas
Ergonomics & WellbeingMedium Risk
Potential Harm
Musculoskeletal pain, eye strain, headaches, fatigue from poor posture.
Control Measures
- Adjustable chairs and desks where possible
- Screen breaks encouraged
- Correct screen positioning taught
- Anti-glare measures in place
This guide covers the most common hazards. Our risk assessment wizard includes 22 hazards and 22+ control measures for Use of ICT Equipment, sourced from industry guidance — create your assessment in minutes.
Safety Checklist
ICT safety checklist
Equipment
- PAT testing current
- Cables managed safely
- Devices ventilated
- No visible damage
Online Safety
- Filtering active
- Monitoring enabled
- AUP signed
- Reporting route clear
Environment
- Lighting adequate
- Seating ergonomic
- Screens positioned well
- Room ventilated
Supervision
- Staff trained
- Line of sight clear
- Behaviour monitored
- Incidents logged
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