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Forest School Risk Assessment Template
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for forest school 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 forest school in school & education settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
Builds problem solving, risk assessment, and persistence.
Improves physical literacy via natural movement and tool use.
Supports communication and collaboration in small groups.
Increases wellbeing through time outdoors and reflective practice.
Enhances resilience and self regulation through challenging outdoor tasks.
Typical hazards & measures
Crossing streams
— Only allow stream crossing under adult supervision. Use designated crossing points and provide waterproof boots or change of clothes. Do not cross with a strong current.
Wildlife (insects, animals)
— Brief students on local wildlife and the importance of keeping a respectful distance. Carry first aid for bites or stings, and have allergen procedures in place.
Ticks and Lyme disease
— Conduct tick checks after each session. Teach students how to check themselves and wear appropriate clothing (long sleeves, trousers). Use insect repellent.
Water bodies (ponds, streams)
— Clearly mark boundaries and supervise closely when near water. Ensure students understand the dangers of water and restrict activities unless prepared with necessary safety measures.
Students with additional needs
— Tailor activities to accommodate all students, providing one-to-one support where necessary. Ensure accessibility in the environment and adapt tools or tasks. Train staff on working with students with varying abilities.
How to use this template
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