MSTF Technology Approval Process 2014These requirements imposed on Schools by the Ministry of Education

(Keep in mind that really good inventions might earn you a lot of money)

All technology projects require

approval

Name:

Age:School:

Teacher:Supervisor;

Who is participating

;

What are you doing?

Where are you

doing it?

Draw a diagram and write a

simple explanation of

your idea

A photo tells us you have completed

the project – so don’t send

to us.

Almost projects carry some risk

List those you can think of

Tell us how you will avoid risk of injury, fire,

hazard to young people, etc., in the

making and or the use of your technology.

Consider need for First Aider to be present

when making and testing, where

necessary

Making food is covered in the science approval

process , not here

Don’t start without approval

from your teacher

Guns, explosives, 240V power systems (unless transformed to low volts); use of

motor vehicles

Don’t ask – it will be not be approved

If using chemicals they must be safe and you will need to show

us the Hazard Safety sheets relating to every chemical you

intend to use

Get your teacher to give you a form; complete

the application then ask the teacher to submit

to the Approvals Committee.

If you ask someone questions about your

technology you will also complete a Survey form,

if ask them to try your technology you will also

complete an Activity form