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1 Curriculum activity risk assessment Painting and Drawing Activity scope This document relates to student participation in Painting and Drawing as a curriculum activity. Painting and drawing refers to the materials and equipment used in painting and drawing activities, i.e. the different pigments, solvents, painting surfaces and air-brush materials and equipment (refer to Spray Painting guideline for use of compressed air). Risk level This document is a guideline, the actual risk level will vary according to the specific circumstances of the activity and these must be considered when assessing the inherent risk level and planning the activity. As a starting point, ask the following questions: What students will be involved? Where will the students be? What will the students be doing? Who will be leading the activity? What will the students be using? Low Inherent risk level Painting and drawing activities using non-toxic materials, but including equipment such as lightboxes Action required/approval Manage through regular planning processes. Medium The use of toxic materials in painting and drawing activities (i.e. solvents, pigments, glues and cements), and the use of air-brushes with air compressors Document controls in planning documents and/or complete this Curriculum Activity Risk Assessment. Consider obtaining parental/carer permission. Teachers/leaders: David Kopelke, Ebonny Gabriel, Andrew Crighton, Vicki Simpson, Kate Larson Activity description: Students will undertake art activities including painting, glueing, drawing& colouring Start date: Finish date: No. of students (approx): Class groups: Supervision ratio (approx): Date Modified: 8 November 2012 Uncontrolled copy. Refer to the Department of Education, Training and Employment Little child painting, File #: Policy and Procedure Register at to ensure you have the most istockphoto Bart Coenders current version of this document. Page 1 of 6

2 Listed below are the minimum recommendations for this type of activity. For any items ticked No, provide further information regarding the additional or alternate controls to be implemented for the safe conduct of the activity. Minimum supervision Adequate adult supervision is to be provided. In determining what is adequate, consider the number of students, their individual needs, and the nature of the activity. If an adult other than a registered teacher is engaged for instruction, a teacher should be present to take overall responsibility. Blue Card requirements must be adhered to. Registered teacher with minimum qualifications as outlined below OR An adult with minimum qualifications as outlined below, in the presence of a registered teacher. Further information: Minimum qualifications The qualifications listed in this section are minimums for each type of situation. Leaders are encouraged to seek training to raise their qualification level above the minimum listed. Current first aid qualifications including Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or ready access to first aid facilities, including qualified personnel Low Painting and drawing activities using non-toxic materials, but including equipment such as light-boxes Medium The use of toxic materials in painting and drawing activities (i.e. solvents, glues and cements, and pigments), and the use of air-brushes with air compressors For a registered Art teacher or a leader other than a registered teacher: Competence (demonstrated ability/experience) in painting and drawing, its potential hazards and the use of the relevant equipment. A teacher could demonstrate a reasonable level of competence by two or more of the following: Further information: knowledge of the activity and the associated hazards and risks experience (i.e. previous involvement) in undertaking the activity demonstrated ability and/or expertise to undertake the activity possession of qualifications related to the activity. Minimum equipment/facilities If No is ticked, provide further information. Yes No A first aid kit should be available at all venues where classes are conducted. Communication system: phone-line at location mobile phone walkie talkies/uhf radio student/adult messenger Other: Sun safety equipment (hat, sunscreen, shirt, etc) Drinking water (students should not share drinking containers) Eyewash facilities should be available when solvents and toxic pigments are used Personal protective equipment, such as gloves and masks, should be used as necessary Appropriate footwear should be worn Further information: Painting and Drawing Page 2 of 6

3 Hazards and suggested control measures All persons engaging in this activity should: identify the hazards, including any additional hazards not mentioned here assess their significance manage the potential risks. Listed below are indicative hazards/risks and suggested control measures. They are by no means exhaustive lists. After checking these, add details of any other identified hazards/risks and additional controls you intend to implement. Hazards/risks Control measures Yes No Biological material Body fluids (e.g. blood, saliva, sweat) Environmental conditions Weather Surfaces Surrounds Hazardous substances Toxic substances Tools, plant or equipment Comply with Management of Prescribed Contagious Conditions and Infection Control Guidelines. Ensure the room is adequately ventilated. Ensure drying racks are in wellventilated areas or outside areas so that solvents released on drying are not circulated in the classroom. Establish safety zones to ensure that students, when using air-brushing equipment, have an adequate work area that other students will not enter. Ensure materials are disposed of appropriately (e.g. paint and turps must not be poured down sinks). Ensure hazardous substances guidelines are adhered to. Provide comprehensive instruction on the: o toxicity, mixing and use of toxic pigments o use of solvents to either clean equipment or mix with pigments o safe use of air-brushing equipment and materials (only non-toxic waterbased acrylics or waterbased inks should be used for air-brushing). Note when air-brushing, it is recommended that either an electric air compressor or a cylinder of compressed air be used for the air source. It is recommended that compressors for air-brushes be installed outside the art room. Implementation plan/ Additional controls Painting and Drawing Page 3 of 6

4 Hazards/risks Control measures Yes No Implementation plan/ Additional controls Note it is recommended that water-based rather than solvent-based paints be used whenever possible. Minimise the use of solvents wherever possible. Clean brushes and equipment quickly, and clean spillages immediately. Ensure that compressed air is not directed towards a student or others. Students Student numbers Special needs High risk behaviours Medical conditions Obtain parental permission, including relevant medical information. Where necessary, obtain advice from relevant advisory visiting teachers or specialist teachers. When students with medical conditions are involved, ensure that relevant medical/ emergency plans and medications are readily available. Refer to Individual education plan/educational adjustment plan/behaviour management plan and other student documents. Ensure there is adequate adult supervision. Procedures should be put in place to ban, dissuade or protect (e.g. tape) the wearing of jewellery accordingly. Additional control measures These would relate to the specific student needs, location and conditions in which you are conducting your activity. Hazards/Risks Control Measures Painting and Drawing Page 4 of 6

5 Submitted by: David Kopelke Date: 8/8/2013 List the names of those who were involved in the preparation of this risk assessment. David Kopelke, Ebonny Gabriel, Andrew Crighton, Approval Approved as submitted: Approved with the following condition(s): Not approved for the following reason(s): By: Signed: Designation: Date: Once approved, activity details should be entered into the School Curriculum Activity Register by administrative staff. Reference no. Monitor and review To be completed during and/or after the activity and/or at the completion of the series of activities. Are the control measures still effective? Have there been any changes? Are further actions required? Details: Yes No Disclaimer: This document is developed and distributed on this website by the State of Queensland for use by Queensland state schools. Use or adaptation of, or reliance on, this document or information in this document by persons or organisations other than the State of Queensland is at their sole risk. All users who use, adapt or rely on this document or any information in this document are responsible for ensuring by independent verification its accuracy, currency and appropriateness to their particular circumstances. The State of Queensland makes no representations, either express or implied, as to the suitability of this document or the information in this document to a user s particular circumstances. To the full extent permitted by law, the State of Queensland disclaims all responsibility and liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses, damages and costs arising from the use or adaptation of, or reliance on, this document or any information in this document. Links in this document to external websites are for convenience only and the State of Queensland has not independently verified the information on the linked websites. It is the responsibility of users to make their own decisions about the accuracy, currency, reliability and correctness of the information at these external websites. Important links Chemical Hazards Template and Guidance Notes Developing a Sun Safety Strategy Safety-Strategy.aspx Painting and Drawing Page 5 of 6

6 First aid Health and Safety Incident recording, notification and management Infection control guideline Management of Prescribed Contagious Conditions Managing Risks in School Curriculum Activities Managing risks with Chemicals in Department of Education, Training and Employment (DETE) Workplaces School Excursions Working with Children Check Blue cards Incident-Recording,-Notification-and-Management.aspx nfection%20control/guideline.doc Prescribed-Contagious-Conditions.aspx Risks-in-School-Curriculum-Activities.aspx Chemicals-in-Department-of-Education,-Training-and-Employment- (DETE)-Workplaces.aspx Excursions.aspx Children-Check---Blue-Cards.aspx Painting and Drawing Page 6 of 6