Other • Year 11 • 60 • 5 students • Created with AI following Aligned with National Curriculum for England
This is lesson 3 of 4 in the unit "Active Play Design Challenge". Lesson Title: Identifying and Addressing Safety Hazards Lesson Description: In this lesson, students will learn to identify potential safety hazards associated with their designed activities. They will work in groups to discuss and list hazards such as tripping, falling, and collisions. Each group will present their findings and propose practical solutions to mitigate these risks, ensuring a safe play environment for young children.
Unit: Active Play Design Challenge
Lesson Number: 3 of 4
Duration: 60 minutes
Class Size: 5 students
Age Group: Year 11
Curriculum Area: Design and Technology (D&T) – Health and Safety in Designing for Others
UK Education Level: Key Stage 4 (KS4)
By the end of this lesson, students will:
✅ Identify potential safety hazards in their designed play activities.
✅ Assess risks associated with hazards (e.g., trips, falls, and collisions).
✅ Develop and propose practical solutions to mitigate risks.
✅ Present findings clearly and justify safety decisions.
📝 Risk assessment templates
📋 Flipchart or interactive board
🎨 Coloured markers to categorise risks
For students who complete tasks early, ask:
"How would safety regulations differ if designing for toddlers vs primary-aged children?" Encourage comparisons with real-life safety standards such as BS EN 1176 (Playground Equipment Safety Standards).
⚡ Thought-Provoking Idea for Next Lesson:
"What legal responsibilities do designers have when creating public play spaces?"
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