HEALTH & SAFETY

Occasionally, schools and event organisers are concerned about the H&S issues surrounding a samurai sword display and require clarification for their insurance.

1. 1.All displays are strictly controlled and no weapons are used by or with students.
   

2. 2.The techniques demonstrated are suitable for the age range.
   

3. 3.Chris is a graded black belt martial artist with over 20 years experience.
   

4. 4.A performance area of 5m by 5m, with a 2m ceiling clearance is required.
   

5. 5.Verbal warnings are given throughout the event.
   

6. 6.School staff must supervise all sessions and be responsible for discipline.
   

7. 7.The samurai sword remains with the author at all times.
   

8. 8.The author is covered by £5 million public liability insurance.
   

9. 9.The author was given an enhanced CRB check disclosure in January 2006.
   

For more information on the content, please read the Author Event Information Pack [Young_Samurai_Event_Info.pdf]

Public Liability Insurance

Furthermore, I am covered for any author related activities and demonstrations up to £5million. I also have an additional £1million personal accident and member-to-member cover from my Iaido club under the Federation of Iai Schools via TL Risk Solutions.

My public liability is with Max Piper at Blake Insurance Services, 46 & 48 North St, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3PN. Tel: 01278 453345. email: enquiries@blakeis.co.uk

The Law & Samurai Swords

Regarding the law in relation to samurai swords, please visit the below government website which clarifies the allowable use of samurai swords for historical re-enactments and sport purposes: http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2008/draft/ukdsi_9780110810324_en_1

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