Submit your plan to upper management for approval, if necessary. Many companies are concerned about the legal liability of having teacher shadows at their workplace. Obviously, businesses must limit what activities teachers can engage in, and supervision by appropriate employees is required at all times. Beyond these constraints, a little imagination and good planning can produce safe, rewarding activities for teachers. There are answers to liability concerns, and they should be addressed before the teachers come to the workplace.
Most businesses carry general liability insurance that covers any visitors to their facilities.
As guests in the workplace, teachers should be covered under general liability policies. Check with your insurance carrier to determine your coverage. Schools and school districts carry liability insurance for field trips and related activities. Check with your school liaison to make sure that insurance coverage is in place, and ask for a copy of liability coverage. Once you have set a firm date and agenda for your shadow experience, send written notice to the departments and employees involved.