Learning to work safely: student activities

This section of the Making Technology Learning Safer web pages includes 45 Learning to work safely (LTWS) student activity worksheets which support the implementation of the new Stage 4 Technology (Mandatory) syllabus, Stage 5 Design and Technology and Industrial Technology as well as Stage 6 Design and Technology and Industrial Technology.

The worksheets have been developed to assist teachers in addressing safety-related aspects of the syllabus outcomes and content. The materials provide a range of activities.

Worksheet index

While the worksheets are subject specific there are a number that could be used for a range of technology subjects. Do not limit your viewing to the subjects you teach. You may find others that could be relevant.

When using the worksheets only print the number that you need at the time. The worksheets may be updated as OHS issues arise.

Technology (Mandatory)	Design and Technology		Industrial Technology
Years 7-8	Years 7-10	Years 11-12	Years 7-10	Years 11-12

Glossary

A glossary of terms used in the Learning to work safely worksheets is available here as a reference.

Acknowledgements

The Technology Unit of Curriculum K–12 Directorate coordinated the development of worksheets involving extensive consultation. Advice was sought from the NSW Teachers Federation, other DET Directorates and an external machinery safety specialist.

The worksheets have been developed, reviewed and trialed by practising industrial arts teachers including:

Writing:

Marisa Johnston, Fairfield High School
David Shaw, Hurlstone Agricultural High School
Greg Sheen, Glenmore Park High School
Paul Stewart, Glendale Technology High School

Reviewing, trialing and photography:

Epping Boys High School
Endeavour Sports High School
Homebush Boys High School
Ingleburn High School
Sydney Secondary College, Leichhardt Campus
Liverpool Girls High School.

Photos

Photos used in the worksheets are taken in schools. Where there is a photo of unsafe practice the situation was staged to represent the unsafe activity. Students were supervised and were in no danger. Our thanks to the students and staff of Epping Boys High School, Homebush Boys High School and Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus.

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