Education & Sports Industry
In Malta, educational and sports facilities are governed by the Health and Safety at Work Act (Cap. 646). The law treats students, apprentices, and volunteers as “persons who may be affected by the work being carried out,” meaning the employer’s duty of care is exceptionally high.
Key Local Requirements:
Duty of Care: Administrators are responsible for the physical and psychological well-being of everyone on-site, including visitors and pupils during both indoor and outdoor activities.
Protection of Minors: If your facility hosts student-workers or young athletes, you must have documented proof that their tasks are not “dangerous to their health or development” per S.L. 646.04.
BCA/OHSA Inspections: Authorities look for more than just fire extinguishers; they check for valid risk assessments and up-to-date policy documents. Websedia ensures that these “wrongdoings” are corrected before an inspection occurs, giving you total peace of mind.
Included Services
We provide a full suite of H&S deliverables tailored to the education and athletic sectors:
Risk Assessments: Identification of hazards in classrooms, labs, changing rooms, and high-intensity sports areas.
Young Workers Risk Assessment: A legal requirement under S.L. 646.04 for any employee or student-worker under 18, focusing on their lack of experience and physical maturity.
Pregnant Women Risk Assessment: Ensuring a safe environment for expectant mothers, especially regarding physical strain or chemical exposure in labs/maintenance.
Safety Training: Sector-specific training, including Manual Handling for facility staff and DSE/Ergonomics for administrative and teaching faculty.
Health & Safety Policy Development: Bespoke, legally required documentation that defines the safety responsibilities of your board, staff, and coaches.
Compliance Audits: A “gap analysis” to ensure your facility meets all current Maltese Health & Safety at Work regulations.
Emergency Preparedness: Development of escape routes, assembly points, and fire safety plans specifically for high-occupancy buildings.
Workplace Inspections: Regular physical walkthroughs to spot wear-and-tear hazards before they lead to an incident.
Incident Investigations: We investigate any accidents or near-misses to protect the business’s reputation.