A Sample of New Additions to the Handsam Library

New and Updated Quick Guides and Policies

Handsam would like to make you aware of the new or updated Quick Guides you can now access through our Quick Guide Library. We respond to the needs of our customers, through safety issues we encounter on audits or direct requests for content on particular subjects when expanding our resources. This allows us to continue to grow our library around the direct compliance needs of our clients.

PLEASE NOTE THAT POLICIES ARE NOT A PART OF THE "QUICK GUIDES" PACKAGE AND UNLESS THEY ARE COVERED IN YOUR SUBSCRIPTION, THEY MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY.

For more information, contact us on 03332 070737 or email info@handsam.co.uk to find out more.

NEW: Policy POL-ST14 Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023

Keeping up with regulatory changes can be challenging, especially when they directly impact how you manage your workforce. With the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 taking effect on 26 October 2024, employers must focus on preventing workplace harassment—particularly sexual harassment—by implementing proactive measures. Here's a breakdown of the key updates and what actions you should take to ensure compliance and promote a safe workplace culture.

NEW: RAS100 Risk Assessment Template: School Playgrounds

Playground safety is crucial to ensuring the well-being and protection of children. A safe and secure playground environment enables children to engage in physical activities, develop motor skills, and build social connections. However, without proper safety measures, playground-related injuries can occur. Children are naturally curious and eager to explore their surroundings, and playgrounds provide an ideal space for them to have fun and try various activities. That said, these spaces can also present potential risks and hazards that must be managed carefully. By prioritizing playground safety, we can reduce the risk of injuries and create an environment where children can play and enjoy their childhood safely.

Find out more about our Quick Guides and Policies

The Handsam Quick Guides Library contains over 900 documents with all the relevant information, exemplars, checklists and guidance notes you need to ensure you're up to date, including all the DfE, HSE and other formal resources all in one place. It's unique!

Handsam also offers various different policies packages, including providing you with easy-to-use templates for you to tailor yourselves, reviewing your existing policies, or working with you to deliver fully bespoke policies for your school, college or MAT.

If you're not a Handsam client, or you don't buy our Quick Guides or one of our Policies packages, please contact us to discuss how we can help to keep your organisation compliant.

NEW: RAS99: Risk Assessment Template: School Gates (Manual and Powered)

School gates are a crucial component of campus security, preventing unauthorized access and ensuring the safety of students within the school grounds. However, like any other equipment or infrastructure, gates require a comprehensive risk management approach to ensure they operate safely.