Demonstration should include
- identification of potential hazards
- use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- safety procedures and practices, per instructor guidelines
- skills related to working with power tools, machinery, equipment, animals, and chemicals.
Demonstration will also include students
- following and adhering to all safety instructions
- wearing PPE as appropriate
- avoiding behaviors that could cause injury (e.g., shoving, fighting, deliberate use of unauthorized chemicals, tools, machinery, equipment, or materials)
- knowing that additional rules of conduct may apply, per instructor guidelines.
Teacher Resources:
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are safe practices for handling biological agents?
- What resources and skills are needed to establish a safe laboratory?
- What safety practices are associated with personal protection?
- What elements are included in a standard safety contract? Why is eye protection required for all operations in the lab?
- When should one not wear gloves?
- What are the hazards associated with wearing jewelry?
- Why is safety everyone’s responsibility?