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Scouting & Guiding

Crafts & Creative Projects Risk Assessment Template

The complete guide to creating professional risk assessments for crafts and creative project activities.

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Free to use Instant PDF download Updated February 2026

In This Guide

1 Introduction2 Benefits3 Hazards4 Checklist5 Related

The essential guide to craft activity safety

Crafts and creative projects are at the heart of badge work and skill development in scouting and guiding. From woodworking and model making to painting and textile work, these activities require careful attention to tool safety and material handling.

This guide covers everything you need to create a thorough crafts risk assessment—from sharp tools and hot equipment to ventilation, allergens, and clean-up procedures.

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Activity Benefits

Why crafts matter

Creativity

Encourages creativity and experimentation with different materials.

Motor Skills

Develops fine motor skills, coordination, and problem-solving.

Patience

Builds patience, focus, and attention to detail.

Self-Expression

Fosters self-expression and confidence through creative work.

Risk Identification

Key hazards & control measures

Sharp Tools & CuttingHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Cuts, puncture wounds from scissors, craft knives, and cutting equipment.

Control Measures
  • Age-appropriate tools only
  • Demonstrate safe cutting technique
  • Cutting mats on all work surfaces
  • Tools counted in and out
Hot Tools & Glue GunsHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Burns, scalds from glue guns, irons, and heat tools.

Control Measures
  • Adult supervision required
  • Heat-resistant mats in place
  • Cool-down area marked
  • First aid for burns available
Materials & AllergensMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Allergic reactions, skin irritation from glues, paints, and materials.

Control Measures
  • Allergy information collected
  • Non-toxic materials preferred
  • Gloves available for sensitive users
  • Wash hands after activities
Ventilation & FumesMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Respiratory irritation, dizziness from paint, adhesive, or aerosol fumes.

Control Measures
  • Work in ventilated areas
  • Open windows when using solvents
  • Use water-based products where possible
  • Spray paints used outdoors only

This guide covers the most common hazards. Our risk assessment wizard includes 24 hazards and 74+ control measures for Crafts & Creative Projects, sourced from industry guidance — create your assessment in minutes.

Safety Checklist

Craft activity safety checklist

Equipment

  • Tools checked before use
  • Sharp items stored safely
  • Hot tools supervised
  • Cutting mats available

Materials

  • Non-toxic materials used
  • Allergen check completed
  • COSHH data available
  • Materials age-appropriate

Workspace

  • Tables covered/protected
  • Adequate lighting
  • Good ventilation
  • Spill cleanup ready

Clean-up

  • Tools counted and stored
  • Sharps disposed safely
  • Surfaces cleaned
  • Hands washed

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