After-School Clubs Risk Assessment
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for after-school clubs in school & education settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.
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What this covers.
This template focuses on typical risks and controls for after-school clubs in school & education settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
- Builds confidence as learners explore interests and new skills.
- Encourages leadership through mentoring and peer support.
- Supports working families with structured, supervised time.
- Expands enrichment beyond the timetable, increasing engagement.
- Provides pathways into community teams and lifelong hobbies.
Typical hazards & measures
- Lighting, housekeeping and wet floors — Switch on route/external lighting early; inspect paths for potholes/ice; place mats at entrances; coordinate with cleaning team; sign wet floors; keep bags off walkways; cover cables; report failed fittings and track fixes.
- Shared premises and contractors — Agree a site plan with lettings/contractors; segregate club zones and works routes; post signage; silence machinery near club times; set stop-work triggers; exchange emergency contacts; review near-misses together.
- Food allergens and shared snacks — Publish allergen policy; label ingredients; separate prep/eating areas; wash hands before/after; ban high-risk foods if needed; keep auto-injectors accessible; train staff in recognition/response; update allergy lists termly.
- Lone working and after-hours close-down — Use an open/close checklist; buddy or call-in system for opening/locking; avoid solo high-risk tasks; provide panic alarm and exterior lighting; sweep toilets/corridors; secure gates; set alarms; text-out when offsite.
- Weather exposure for outdoor clubs — Check forecasts; provide hats/sunscreen and hydration; move to sheltered/indoor plans for rain/wind/poor air; cancel for lightning/high winds; track attendance through relocations; dry wet floors on re-entry; message parents promptly.
How to use this template
- Click Create Risk Assessment: After-School Clubs to begin immediately.
- Review suggested hazards and measures, then tailor as needed.
- Download your PDF. Create a free account if you want to save.
FAQ
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Can I edit a saved assessment?
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