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Written question asked by Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 13 January 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 17 January 2006. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Malvern (Labour) on Monday, 23 January 2006 on behalf of the Department for Education and Skills.


Indoor Airborne Chemicals

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what steps she is taking to educate primary school teachers about the possible risks of indoor airborne chemicals.
Answer

““Qualifying to teach”” sets out the professional standards for qualified teachers. All primary teachers are trained to teach science. The standards include planning and delivering lessons that are safe (Standard 3.1.3 and 3.3.8) and working within the legal and other frameworks that apply to teachers (Standard 1.8). These frameworks include health and safety legislation and advice.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
43193; 441 c1916W
Session
2005-06
Subjects
Buildings Health hazards Standards Schools Teachers Training Ventilation Pollutants
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk