LED Torch Build

Sections: Cubs, Scouts

⚠ This is an example Risk Assessment. Leaders must review and create their own version for their activity.

Name of activity, event, and location	LED Torch Build (Scout hut)	Date of risk assessment	2026-01-07	Name of person doing this risk assessment	Bogdan Alecsa
Date of next review	2026-07-07

What could go wrong? What hazard have you identified? What are the risks from it?	Who is at risk?	What are you going to do about it? How are the risks already controlled? What extra controls are needed? How will they be communicated?	Review & revise What has changed that needs to be thought about and controlled?
Hazard: Sharp wire ends Risk: Cuts / punctures	Young people, leaders	Demonstrate safe wire stripping Provide side cutters Keep offcuts in a tub First aid kit available	If younger group, pre-strip wires
Hazard: Coin cell battery Risk: Swallowing hazard	Young people	Count batteries in/out No loose batteries left on tables Adults handle spares Clear briefing at start	For Beavers, use sealed battery holders only

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