Use of hoodies in schools
We have been alerted by Trading
Standards with regards to the use of hoodies in schools. This is particularly
pertinent to this time of year where hoodies are used for pupils transitioning
from primary to secondary.
When supplying goods, clothing
must conform with the provisions of the General Product Safety Regulations
2005. Generally, this means following the provisions of the relevant British or
European Standards applicable to the product. Children’s clothing is very
strictly controlled, especially in relation to entrapment and strangulation
risks.
There have been reports
elsewhere of clothing being supplied which have free running hood cords. The
products themselves are not unsafe, as they are small adult hoodies but have
been inappropriately supplied to children (i.e. under 14’s) which presents a
safety risk.
We respectfully ask that the
guidance is followed to manage the risk.
Scott Mackenzie
Business
Manager | Gracemount High School |136 Lasswade Road | Edinburgh | EH16 6TZ
