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Direct linkRoy, Ken – Science Teacher, 2010
When renovations or new construction occur, fire extinguishers sometimes get lost in the mix. Unfortunately, whether to save money or because the fire code is misinterpreted, some schools do not install fire extinguishers in laboratories and other areas of the building. Let's set the record straight! If flammables are present, the fire code…
Descriptors: Laboratories, Laboratory Safety, Fire Protection, Educational Facilities Improvement
Peer reviewedWest, Sandra S. – Science Teacher, 1991
In response to the Texas Hazardous Communication Act (THCA) of 1986 which raised many new health and liability issues regarding students in science laboratories, a laboratory safety survey was generated for use in evaluating laboratory safety. This article contains the easy-to-use survey. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Laboratory Safety, School Safety, Science Education, Science Laboratories
Peer reviewedCarlson, Kenneth W. – Science Teacher, 1985
Discusses (1) types of fires; (2) how to extinguish them; (3) how to use a hand-held fire extinguisher; and (4) what to do in case of fires in schools. (JN)
Descriptors: Fire Protection, Fire Science Education, School Safety, Science Education
Peer reviewedMaharaj, H. P. – Science Teacher, 1991
Describes some of the dangers involved in working with gas discharge tubes in the laboratory. (ZWH)
Descriptors: High Schools, Higher Education, Laboratory Safety, Physical Sciences
Peer reviewedKoser, John F. – Science Teacher, 1990
An outdoor activity that demonstrates the Doppler effect is described. Class predictions are verified by actual involvement in collecting data. Presented is a method of analyzing data. Safety concerns are discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Acoustics, Laboratory Procedures, Laboratory Safety, Physics
Peer reviewedHarper, Christopher; Bartlett, Brewster – Science Teacher, 1989
Discussed are various types of electrical outlets and safety issues which involve their use. The reduction of shock hazards in the laboratory and at home is highlighted. (CW)
Descriptors: Electrical Appliances, Electricity, Elementary Secondary Education, Fire Protection
