[Jewelry making - Article 00096] - Re: [Orchid] Metals class for kids

[Helen Hill]

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    This has been an interesting thread, but it calls to mind my days as
    a teacher and the huge limitations now put on anything that children
    are allowed to do! 

    How is it in the States? Over here in the UK, any plans to get
    together a group of children doing any practical activity even
    without the use of sharp tools, conjures up the legal requirement to
    process so much paperwork including risk assessment of every
    substance and activity involved. What could happen when using that
    substance or tool? You have to list every possible mishap. What would
    you do if any of the mishaps occurred? Again list any action you
    would take, evidencing proof that you'd provided for such actions.
    Whilst returning to his workspace carrying a saw, little Johnny could
    trip and accidentally cut little Lucille's leg! Whilst rinsing said
    project under the tap, water could be spilt on the floor and young
    Roger could slip. What action would you take if little Johnny
    tripped and cut Lucille's leg, etc, etc? Who would look after the
    rest of the group whilst you administered first aid or took Lucille
    to hospital? I know I'm exaggerating slightly but you get the point.
    It has become ridiculous over here in recent years that it takes the
    fun out of such activities. Such admin responsibilities take up so
    much time which most of us have precious little of (especially with
    lesson planning and marking that a teacher also has to do) that such
    activities can lose their appeal sadly. 

    My husband heard on the local news recently that any council run
    activities or parties for children have banned the use of bubble
    blowing. The reason being that the children could slip on the soap
    residues which fall on the ground, resulting in an injury leading to
    a possible law suit. The world has gone crazy! I wish things were
    the way they used to be when I was a child. We were allowed to do so
    much more than today's children. They're not allowed to explore the
    possibilities of the world around them. 

    Sorry for the rant. 

Helen
UK
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