Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service provide curriculum-aligned safety education packages from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through to Key Stage 5 (Post-16). Packages are aligned to the Personal, Social, and Health Education Programme of study as outlined by the PSHE Association.
Package |
Aim |
PHSE Programme of Study Links |
People Who Help Us |
Promote a positive image of NFRS and outline the roles of the fire service |
- H33. about the people whose job it is to help keep us safe
- H36. how to get help in an emergency (how to dial 999 and what to say)
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The Great Fire of London
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Explore current fire safety messages through the lens of the GFoL.
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- H29. to recognise risk in simple everyday situations and what action to take to minimize harm
- H30. about how to keep safe at home (including around electrical appliances) and fire safety (e.g. not playing with matches and lighters)
- H36. how to get help in an emergency (how to dial 999 and what to say)
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Road Safety
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Prevent injury or death by raising awareness of the dangers of the road.
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- H28. about rules and age restrictions that keep us safe
- H29. to recognise risk in simple everyday situations and what action to take to minimize harm
- H32. ways to keep safe in familiar and unfamiliar environments (e.g. beach, shopping centre, park, swimming pool, on the street) and how to cross the road safely
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Water Safety
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Prevent water deaths by discussing how to stay safe around water.
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- H32. ways to keep safe in familiar and unfamiliar environments (e.g. beach, shopping centre, park, swimming pool, on the street) and how to cross the road safely
- H33. about the people whose job it is to help keep us safe
- H36. how to get help in an emergency (how to dial 999 and what to say)
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Firework Safety |
Prevent injury or death by outlining how to safely enjoy fireworks and the fireworks code.
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- H28. about rules and age restrictions that keep us safe
- H35. about what to do if there is an accident and someone is hurt
- H36. how to get help in an emergency (how to dial 999 and what to say)
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Package |
Aim |
PHSE Programme of Study Links |
Fire Safe
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Reduce fire setting behaviour through the delivery of a cognitive behavioural programme.
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- H24. problem-solving strategies for dealing with emotions, challenges and change, including the transition to new schools
- H29. about how to manage setbacks/perceived failures, including how to re-frame unhelpful thinking
- H38. how to predict, assess and manage risk in different situations
- H39. about hazards (including fire risks) that may cause harm, injury or risk in the home and what they can do to reduce risks and keep safe
- R30. that personal behaviour can affect other people;
- L1. to recognise reasons for rules and laws; consequences of not adhering to rules and laws
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Safety Zone (multiagency)
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Provide an environment where risk can be identified and discussed with strategies developed to minimise risk.
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- H38. how to predict, assess and manage risk in different situations
- H39. about hazards (including fire risks) that may cause harm, injury or risk in the home and what they can do to reduce risks and keep safe
- H41. strategies for keeping safe in the local environment or unfamiliar places (rail, water, road) and firework safety; safe use of digital devices when out and about
- H42. about the importance of keeping personal information private; strategies for keeping safe online, including how to manage requests for personal information or images of themselves and others; what to do if frightened or worried by something seen or read online and how to report concerns, inappropriate content and contact
- H43. about what is meant by first aid; basic techniques for dealing with common injuries²
- R12. to recognise what it means to ‘know someone online’ and how this differs from knowing someone face-to-face; risks of communicating online with others not known face-to-face
- R22. about privacy and personal boundaries; what is appropriate in friendships and wider relationships (including online);
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Fire Safety
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Consider situations in the home where a fire hazard may develop and discuss how to prevent them.
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- H38. how to predict, assess and manage risk in different situations
- H39. about hazards (including fire risks) that may cause harm, injury or risk in the home and what they can do to reduce risks and keep safe
- H44. how to respond and react in an emergency situation; how to identify situations that may require the emergency services; know how to contact them and what to say
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Road Safety
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Prevent injury or death by raising awareness of the dangers of the road.
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- H41. strategies for keeping safe in the local environment or unfamiliar places (rail, water, road) and firework safety; safe use of digital devices when out and about
- H44. how to respond and react in an emergency situation; how to identify situations that may require the emergency services; know how to contact them and what to say
- L1. to recognise reasons for rules and laws; consequences of not adhering to rules and laws
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Water Safety
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Prevent water deaths by discussing how to stay safe around water.
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- H41. strategies for keeping safe in the local environment or unfamiliar places (rail, water, road) and firework safety; safe use of digital devices when out and about
- H44. how to respond and react in an emergency situation; how to identify situations that may require the emergency services; know how to contact them and what to say
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Firework Safety
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Prevent injury or death by outlining how to safely enjoy fireworks and the fireworks code.
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- H41. strategies for keeping safe in the local environment or unfamiliar places (rail, water, road) and firework safety; safe use of digital devices when out and about
- H43. about what is meant by first aid; basic techniques for dealing with common injuries²
- H44. how to respond and react in an emergency situation; how to identify situations that may require the emergency services; know how to contact them and what to say
- L1. to recognise reasons for rules and laws; consequences of not adhering to rules and laws
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Package |
Aim |
PHSE Programme of Study Links |
Fire Safe
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Reduce fires setting behaviour through the delivery of a cognitive behavioural programme.
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- H4. simple strategies to help build resilience to negative opinions, judgements and comments
- H6. how to identify and articulate a range of emotions accurately and sensitively, using appropriate vocabulary
- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
- H31. ways of assessing and reducing risk in relation to health, wellbeing and personal safety
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Firework Safety
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Prevent young people from being injured or killed through interactions with fireworks.
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- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
- H31. ways of assessing and reducing risk in relation to health, wellbeing and personal safety
- R44. that the need for peer approval can generate feelings of pressure and lead to increased risk-taking; strategies to manage this
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Prison me? No Way!
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Explore the potential legal consequences of deliberate fire setting and arson.
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- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
- R44. that the need for peer approval can generate feelings of pressure and lead to increased risk-taking; strategies to manage this
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Fire Safety
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Reduce risk through raising awareness of general fire safety messages.
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- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
- R44. that the need for peer approval can generate feelings of pressure and lead to increased risk-taking; strategies to manage this
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Road Safety
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Prevent injury or death by raising awareness of the dangers of the road.
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- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
- H31. ways of assessing and reducing risk in relation to health, wellbeing and personal safety
- R44. that the need for peer approval can generate feelings of pressure and lead to increased risk-taking; strategies to manage this
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Water Safety
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Prevent water deaths by discussing how to stay safe around water.
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- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
- H31. ways of assessing and reducing risk in relation to health, wellbeing and personal safety
- R44. that the need for peer approval can generate feelings of pressure and lead to increased risk-taking; strategies to manage this
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OWEN Ambassadors
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Equip young people with the skills and knowledge to be effective peer water safe ambassadors.
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- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
- R44. that the need for peer approval can generate feelings of pressure and lead to increased risk-taking; strategies to manage this
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Youth Offending Team 1:1
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Address individual fire, water or road safety needs as directed by outside agencies to reduce risk.
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- H4. simple strategies to help build resilience to negative opinions, judgements and comments
- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
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Bootcamp
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Prevent risk through developing enabling characteristics.
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- H9. strategies to understand and build resilience, as well as how to respond to disappointments and setbacks
- H14. the benefits of physical activity and exercise for physical and mental health and wellbeing
- H30. how to identify risk and manage personal safety in increasingly independent situations, including online
- R15. to further develop and rehearse the skills of team working
- R16. to further develop the skills of active listening, clear communication, negotiation and compromise
- L4. the skills and attributes that employers value
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Package |
Aim |
PHSE Programme of Study Links |
Fire Safety
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Reduce the risk of fire that may arise as individuals become more independent.
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- H21. to identify, manage and seek help for unhealthy behaviours, habits and addictions including smoking cessation
- H22. ways to identify risk and manage personal safety in new social settings, workplaces, and environments, including online
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Arson
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Reduce incidents of deliberate fire setting.
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- H23. strategies for identifying risky and emergency situations, including online; ways to manage these and get appropriate help, including where there may be legal consequences (e.g. drugs and alcohol, violent crime and gangs
- R28. to recognise when others are using manipulation, persuasion or coercion and how to respond
- R37. to recognise situations where they are being adversely influenced, or are at risk, due to being part of a particular group or gang; strategies to access appropriate help
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Road Safety Choices
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Prevent road deaths through exploration of the fatal four through the lens of a cyclist, passenger or pedestrian.
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- H22. ways to identify risk and manage personal safety in new social settings, workplaces, and environments, including online
- R37. to recognise situations where they are being adversely influenced, or are at risk, due to being part of a particular group or gang; strategies to access appropriate help
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Water Safety
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Prevent water deaths by describing how to stay safe around water.
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- H22. ways to identify risk and manage personal safety in new social settings, workplaces, and environments, including online
- R37. to recognise situations where they are being adversely influenced, or are at risk, due to being part of a particular group or gang; strategies to access appropriate help
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Youth Offending Team 1:1
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Address individual fire water or road safety needs of participants as directed by outside agencies to reduce risk.
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- R9. to recognise, clarify and if necessary challenge their own values and understand how their values influence their decisions, goals and behaviours
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Package |
Aim |
PHSE Programme of Study Links |
Lowdam Prison
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Create an opportunity to discuss the wide-reaching implications of deliberate fire setting.
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- R19. to recognise and manage negative influence, manipulation and persuasion in a variety of contexts, including online
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Road Safety Choices
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Prevent road deaths through exploration of the fatal four as new drivers.
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- H14. to assess and manage risk and personal safety in a wide range of contexts, including online; about support in place to safeguard them in these contexts and how to access it
- H15. to manage personal safety in relation to travel, such as cycle safety, young driver safety, passenger safety, using licensed taxis and getting home safely
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RTC Awareness Day (multiagency)
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Reduce injury or death on the roads by educating new drivers on the hazards associated with the choices they make.
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- H15. to manage personal safety in relation to travel, such as cycle safety, young driver safety, passenger safety, using licensed taxis and getting home safely
- H22. to understand how alcohol and drug use can affect decision making and personal safety, including looking out for friends, safe travel and drink-spiking
- H23. the impact of alcohol and drug use on road safety, workplace safety, reputation and career
- H24. the risks of being a passenger with an intoxicated driver and ways to manage this
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RNLI Young Adults Programme
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Raise awareness of the actions and behaviours that underpin an effective water rescue by the RNLI.
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- R8. to use constructive dialogue to support relationships and negotiate difficulties
- L5. how to identify and evidence their strengths and skills when applying and interviewing for future roles and opportunities
- L9. the importance of professional conduct and how it can be demonstrated in different workplaces including following health and safety protocols
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Packages will cover fire, water, or road safety education messages, the aim and learning outcomes for each session are listed below.
Intervention |
Audience |
Aim |
LO's |
People Who Help Us |
EYFS / KS 1 |
Promote a positive image of NFRS and outline the roles of the fire service |
- Know who to call, and how to call, for help in an emergency
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Great Fire of London (GFoL) |
KS 1 |
Explore current fire safety messages through the lens of the GFoL |
- Identify potential fire safety hazards in the home
- Identify what a smoke alarm is and state how to test them
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Fireworks |
KS 1 / 2 |
Prevent injury or death by outlining how to safely enjoy fireworks and the fireworks code |
- Explain how to treat burns
- Demonstrate stop drop and roll and describe when to use it
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Fire Safety |
KS 2 |
Consider situations in the home where a fire hazard may develop and discuss how to prevent them |
- Identify potential fire safety hazards in the home
- Identify what a smoke alarm is and state how to test them
- Describe how to summon help in an emergency
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Fire Safe 1:1 intervention |
KS 2 / 3 / 4 |
Reduce fires setting behaviour through the delivery of a cognitive behavioural programme |
- Recognise the impact of fire setting behaviour
- Create a personalised development plan for behaviour change
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Fireworks |
KS 3 / 4 |
Prevent young people from being injured or killed through interacting with fireworks |
- Explain how to treat burns
- Discuss the fireworks code and apply to own context
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Prison Me? No Way! |
KS 3 |
Explore the potential legal consequences of deliberate fire setting and arson |
- Define the potential legal outcomes of deliberate fire setting
- Evaluate the effect on resources from deliberate fire setting and hoax calls
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Fire Safety |
KS 3 |
Reduce risk through raising awareness of general fire safety messages |
- Recognise hazards in the home and explain why smoke alarms are important
- Create an escape plan
- Plan how to mitigate electrical risk in their context
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Fire Safety |
KS 4 |
Reduce the risk of fire that may arise as individuals become more independent |
- Plan for how increasing independence links to Fire Safety
- Identify possible electrical safety hazards
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Arson |
KS 4 |
Reduce incidents of deliberate fire setting
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- Explain how to treat burns
- Evaluate the effect on resources from deliberate fire setting
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Lowdam Prison |
Post-16 |
Create an opportunity to discuss the wide-reaching implications of deliberate fire setting |
- Recognise the consequences of deliberate fire setting
- Consider the implications of relationships on behaviour
- Describe criminal responsibility in law
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Fire safety |
Elderly |
Reduce risk through raising awareness of general fire safety messages |
- Identify cooking hazards
- Identify electrical hazards
- Recognise distractions
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Being safe in your home |
SEND groups |
Reduce risk through raising awareness of general fire safety messages |
- Recognise hazards in the home
- Identify what a smoke alarm is and state how to test them
- Demonstrate stop drop and roll and describe when to use it
- Explain how to treat burns
- Plan an escape route
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Risky Rooms |
Identified group |
Reduce risk through raising awareness of general fire safety messages. |
- Recognise hazards in the home
- Identify what a smoke alarm is and state how to test them
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Intervention |
Audience |
Aim |
LO's |
Road safety |
KS 1 |
Prevent injury or death by raising awareness of the dangers of the road |
- Outline pedestrian safety
- Describe why seatbelts are important
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Road safety |
KS 2 |
Prevent injury or death by raising awareness of the dangers of the road |
- Plan a safe journey
- Describe potential hazards and risks as a pedestrian
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Road safety |
KS 3 |
Prevent injury or death by raising awareness of the dangers of the road. With an additional safety on two wheels message |
- Outline pedestrian safety
- Recognise distractions
- Assess own behaviours on two wheels
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Road safety choices |
KS 4 |
Prevent road deaths through exploration of the fatal four through the lens of a cyclist, passenger or pedestrian |
- Debate the opportunities for personal responsibility in relation to road safety
- Examine the fatal four in relation to their own experiences
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Road safety choices |
Post-16 |
Prevent road deaths through exploration of the fatal four as new drivers |
- Debate the opportunities for personal responsibility in relation to road safety
- Examine the fatal four in relation to their own experiences
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Road safety awareness intervention |
Post-16 |
Reduce injury or death on the roads by educating new drivers on the hazards associated with the choices they make |
- Debate the law and outcomes in relation to RTCs
- Discover the principles of accident response
- Recognise multiagency involvement in RTCs
- Examine the fatal four in relation to their own experiences
- Assess the ripple effect of consequences following an RTC
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Operation Highway |
Adults |
Prevent risky behaviour on roads through a multiagency approach to education over enforcement |
- Identify the rationale for the use of seatbelts
- Recognise the impact of speeding
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Biker down |
Adults |
Prevent road deaths and serious injury for bikers |
- Demonstrate effective first aid for accident response.
- Simulate crash scene management techniques
- Appraise the science of being seen and relate to own practice.
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Intervention |
Audience |
Aim |
LO's |
Water safety |
KS 1 |
Prevent water deaths by discussing how to stay safe around water |
- Identify trusted adults who can keep you safe near water
- Describe how to get help if you need it
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Water safety |
KS 2 |
Prevent water deaths by discussing how to stay safe around water |
- Identify potential hazards near to, or in, water
- Know what to do in an emergency
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Water safety |
KS 3
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Prevent water deaths by describing how to stay safe around water |
- Define safe places to swim
- Know what to do in an emergency
- Describe how to use what3words
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Water safety |
KS 4 |
Prevent water deaths by describing how to stay safe around water
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- Define safe places to swim
- Demonstrate how to help others in danger
- Describe how to use what3words
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RNLI Young adults programme |
Post-16 |
Raise awareness of the actions and behaviours that underpin an effective water rescue by the RNLI |
- Investigate a water rescue incident and decide outcomes as a team.
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OWEN Ambassadors |
KS 3 |
Equip young people with the skills and knowledge to be effective peer water safe ambassadors |
- Define safe places to swim
- Demonstrate how to help others in danger
- Describe how to use what3words
- Prepare to become OWEN Ambassadors in your location
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Intervention |
Audience |
Aim |
LO's |
Safety Zone |
KS 2 |
Provide an environment where risk can be identified and discussed with strategies developed to minimise risk |
- Recognise hazards in the home
- Identify what a smoke alarm is and state how to test them
- Plan an escape route
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Bootcamp |
KS 3 |
Prevent risk and develop enabling characteristics |
- Demonstrate the principles and selected operational competencies of a firefighter
- Evaluate the consequences of risky behaviour in relation to road safety
- Assess fire safety behaviours in their own context
- Develop water safety practices and use What3Words
- Apply and test own character through fitness drills for application to other areas
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1:1 Youth Offending Team |
KS 3 / 4 |
Address individual fire water or road safety needs of participants as directed by outside agencies to reduce risk |
- LO's to be agreed upon on an ad-hoc basis
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Short youth group interventions |
KS 3 / 4 |
Utilise the principles of early intervention through a programme of sequential interventions that provide participants with the opportunity to explore safety education and the concept of belonging and community through NFRS |
- Demonstrate the values and selected operational competencies of a firefighter
- Evaluate the consequences of risky behaviour in their own context
- Define and explore the concept of community and their own place within it
- Demonstrate agency in the development of a sense of belonging
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SEND Safety Zone |
KS 3 – Post-16 |
Reduce risk through raising awareness of general fire safety messages |
- Recognise hazards in the home
- Identify what a smoke alarm is and state how to test them
- Plan an escape route
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Virtual Reality goggles |
KS3 / 4 / adults |
Prevent risky behaviour on roads through reflecting on an immersive virtual experience |
- Recognise risky behaviours
- Evaluate potential consequences in own context
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Safety messages |
Students |
Reduce risk through raising awareness of general fire and water safety messages |
- Identify cooking hazards
- Identify electrical hazards
- Plan getting home safely after nights out
- Describe how to use what3words
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Packages may be delivered by firefighters from the Engagement Team or by operational Response Crews and are offered free of charge to our school partners. We may ask that you engage with evaluation activities prior to and or following our engagement with you.
The Engagement Team are able to support your school in organising multiagency events such as drop-down safety days as we lead on the Nottinghamshire Safety Education Partnership (NSEP). For more information on NFRS supporting the coordination of multiagency events for your school please email engagement@notts-fire.gov.uk or fill out the request form below.
Please note
Where operational response crews are requested to deliver, we cannot guarantee attendance and or full delivery as the priority has to be given to responding to emergency situations if they arise. When the Engagement team is requested to deliver, a date and time can be guaranteed.
Suitable access, egress, and hard standing is required on school grounds for the fire appliance.
It may be possible to arrange extra practical content to be delivered outside the classroom. This should be agreed upon and risk assessed in advance of the visit with the delivery team attending.
Some specialist package delivery will be undertaken solely by the Engagement Team.
Please let us know in good time ahead of our delivery of any adaptations required to accommodate the needs of your pupils.