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Here we emphasise the dangers of playing on or near the railway and high voltage lines and overhead cables. We also discuss the serious implications of vandalism on the railway.
Key teaching Points
1) Dangers on the railway line.
2) Danger of high voltage lines/cables.
Links with the curriculum
Maths
Speed and distance
Science
Conduction
Stopping distances
English
Drama
History
Railway History
National Curriculum Attainment Targets:
Mathematics
Ma 3 Shape, Space and Measures
Understanding properties of position and movement 3a
Visualise and describe movement
Estimation of distance and speed of fast moving trains.
Science
Sc 3 Materials and their properties
Grouping and classifying materials 1c
Experiments to show conduction of electricity.
Sc 1 Scientific enquiry
Ideas and evidence in science 1 a
Sc 4 Physical processes
Forces in motion 2 e
Investigate stopping distances of high speed vehicles.
English
En 1 Speaking and listening
Drama 4 a, b, c.
Using drama and drama techniques to explore peer pressure issues.
Looking at the consequences and effects of railway accidents.
History
Historical enquiry 4 a
Find out about the history of the railway.
First railway accident victim (William Huskisson 1880).
Further Information
British Transport Police
Schools Liaison Officers
Health and Safety Executives
Network South East Community Safety Officer
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