HAND TOOL SAFETY
IN PRACTIsE

EMPOWERING LITTLE HANDS BY BUILDING BIG SKILLS

Explore the full potential of hand tools in your Nature Play program with our hands on "Hand Tool Safety in Practise." This course is designed for early years educators, teachers, outdoor educators, adventure leaders, and enthusiasts seeking a comprehensive understanding of working with children and hand tools - outdoors. From safety protocols to practical application, participants will gain the skills and knowledge needed to integrate hand tools effectively into their nature play programs. Dive into the world of saws, drills, whittling knives and more, ensuring a safe and enriching outdoor experience for all.

COURSE OUTLINE

 

Introduction to Hand Tools

  • Benefit of Hand Tools

  • Tinkering and Process over Product

  • What to look for in Timber and Wood

  • Hand Tools Session Checklist

Paperwork

  • Hand Tools Policies and Procedure Templates

  • Hand Tools Risk Assessment Template

  • Hand Tools Ratios (including individual tool ratios and a quick reference guide)

  • Hand Tool Safety Briefing templates

General Hand Tool Safety

  • PPE:

    • Gloves

    • Clamps

  • Hammers

  • Snips and Secateurs

  • Bit and Brace/Saws

  • Whittling with Pocket Knives

  • Drllls and Bit and Braces

  • Basic Tool Storage and Maintenance

  • Includes creating your own resources to take home using Hand Tools

Download our Professional Development Info Pack below, or email us at hello@wildlingsforestschool.com for more info to customise your session to your context.

  • Here's how the Introduction to Bush Kindy Course fulfills the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers:

    Teaching Standard 1. Know students and how they learn

    - Understanding child development in outdoor contexts

    - Adapting to diverse learning needs in nature-based settings

    Teaching Standard 4. Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments

    - Managing risks in outdoor settings

    - Fostering inclusive and respectful outdoor learning spaces

    Teaching Standard 6. Engage in professional learning

    - Reflecting on and improving Bush Kindy practices

    - Staying current with research on nature-based education

    Teaching Standard 7. Engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community

    - Collaborating with families to support nature-based learning

    - Engaging with the local community and environment

Take the First Step towards Transformative Teaching and step into the wild with us!