Safety requirements

All projects must comply with safety rules. Below are common requirements; consult your teacher and the full checklist in Resources.

General rules

• No dangerous chemicals, explosives, firearms, or live vertebrate experiments without approvals.
• Electrical projects should use low-voltage systems unless approved and safely enclosed.
• All heat sources must be supervised and have fire-resistant barriers where appropriate.

Required supervision & approvals

Teachers/supervisors must sign off on projects that involve biological samples, human participants, hazardous materials, or fieldwork. See the Resources page for the Safety & Ethics checklist.

On the day

• Bring risk assessments and any supervisor approvals with your display.
• Ensure cables are taped down and displays are stable.
• Follow venue rules and instructions from the organising team.