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STEM Activity Risk Assessment Template

The complete guide to creating professional risk assessments for youth group science experiments, STEM projects, and hands-on learning activities.

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Free to use Instant PDF download Updated February 2026

In This Guide

1 Introduction & Overview 2 Activity Benefits 3 Hazards & Control Measures 4 Safety Checklist 5 Related Guides

The essential guide to STEM activity safety

STEM activities inspire curiosity, develop critical thinking, and build practical skills through hands-on experimentation. From chemistry to robotics, these activities require careful management of equipment, chemicals, and safety protocols.

This guide covers everything you need to create a thorough risk assessment—from chemical safety and electrical hazards to PPE requirements, ventilation, and emergency procedures.

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Youth Activity
Activity Benefits

Why STEM activities matter

Critical Thinking

Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills through experimentation.

Scientific Curiosity

Promotes curiosity and a love for learning in scientific fields.

Technical Skills

Develops hands-on technical skills and practical knowledge.

Innovation

Encourages innovation and creative thinking in STEM activities.

Risk Identification

Key hazards & control measures

Chemical HazardsHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Chemical burns, splashes, toxic fumes, allergic reactions, ingestion.

Control Measures
  • Age-appropriate chemicals only
  • Safety goggles mandatory
  • Spill kit available
  • Eye wash station accessible
Heat & FireHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Burns from Bunsen burners, hot equipment, flammable materials.

Control Measures
  • Heat-resistant equipment used
  • Fire extinguisher accessible
  • Flammables stored safely
  • Long hair tied back
Electrical HazardsMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Electric shock, equipment damage, fire from electrical faults.

Control Measures
  • Equipment PAT tested
  • Low voltage where possible
  • No water near electrics
  • RCD protection used
Sharp EquipmentMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Cuts from scalpels, glass slides, broken glassware.

Control Measures
  • Proper handling demonstrated
  • Sharps disposed safely
  • Broken glass protocol clear
  • First aid kit ready

This guide covers the most common hazards. Our risk assessment wizard includes 36 hazards and 104+ control measures for Science Experiment/STEM Activity, sourced from industry guidance — create your assessment in minutes.

Safety Checklist

STEM activity checklist

Materials

  • Age-appropriate chemicals
  • COSHH reviewed
  • Labeling clear
  • Storage secure

PPE

  • Goggles available
  • Lab coats ready
  • Gloves appropriate
  • Closed shoes worn

Environment

  • Ventilation adequate
  • Spill kit ready
  • Eye wash available
  • Fire extinguisher in place

Emergency

  • First aid kit stocked
  • Evacuation route clear
  • Emergency contacts ready
  • Waste disposal planned

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