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Use of ICT Equipment Risk Assessment Template

Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for use of ict equipment in school & education settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.

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Preview of Use of ICT Equipment

What this covers.

This template focuses on typical risks and controls for use of ict equipment in school & education settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.

Potential benefits

  • Supports creativity through multimedia production and coding.
  • Connects learning with real world digital tools and careers.
  • Enhances research skills and critical evaluation of sources.
  • Increases access to adaptive technologies for inclusion.
  • Develops digital literacy, typing, and information management.

Typical hazards & measures

  • Online communication and cyberbullyingUse approved platforms; moderate chats; archive logs; set classroom netiquette; block anonymous messaging; escalate concerns to safeguarding; teach reporting; disable peer DMs during lessons unless needed for a task.
  • Printer and copier hazardsSite devices on stable surfaces with airflow; train staff to clear jams safely; store toner locked; wear gloves for spills; allow cool-down before maintenance; keep lids shut during scans; manage paper stacks to avoid lifting injuries.
  • Malware and phishing attacksFilter email/web; auto-patch OS and apps; run endpoint protection; sandbox unknown files; teach “stop-check-report”; simulate phish for staff; isolate and reimage infected devices; back up curriculum data to managed cloud.
  • Overheating and ventilation of devicesKeep vents clear of papers/cloths; use trolleys/racks with airflow; clean filters termly; avoid stacking laptops; monitor ambient temps; relocate kit from radiators; power down overheating units and log tickets for cleaning or fan replacement.
  • Image capture, audio and recording consentMaintain current media consents; label non-consent pupils on register; default to back-of-room seating or blur tools; disable geotags; store files on school drives only; brief pupils on respectful capture and publishing.

How to use this template

  1. Click Create Risk Assessment: Use of ICT Equipment to begin immediately.
  2. Review suggested hazards and measures, then tailor as needed.
  3. Download your PDF. Create a free account if you want to save.

FAQ

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Can I download a PDF?

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Can I edit a saved assessment?

Yes, personal and unlimited members can edit saved assessments from the account dashboard.