Details
| Type of Product: | Journal Article |
| Average Rating: | 
based on 3 reviews |
| Publication Title: | The Science Teacher |
| Publication Date: | 11/1/2008 |
| Pages: | 2 |
| Grade Level: | High School |
Description
Before conducting any laboratory activities, science teachers need to be in the know about the OSHA-required hierarchy of defense in the laboratory. At the top of OSHA's list are engineering controls, which are designed to reduce exposure to a chemical or physical hazard by using engineered machinery or equipment. This month's column outlines specific engineering controls required in academic laboratories. Although requirements will depend on individual states and which codes or standards they have adopted, the following are prudent safety practices that represent the professional safety standard recognized by the court in a legal situation.
Additional Info
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Science Discipline:
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Safety and security
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| Intended User Role: | Curriculum Supervisor, High-School Educator, Teacher |
| Educational Issues: | Classroom management, Curriculum, Professional development, Science safety, Teacher preparation, Teaching strategies |
Technical
| Resource Format: | application/pdf |
| Size: | 219 KB |
| Requirements: | Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader |
National Standards Correlation
This resource has 4 correlations with the National Standards.
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- Science in Personal and Social Perspectives
- Personal health
- Safety and security are basic needs of humans.
- Safety involves freedom from danger, risk, or injury.
- Process Standards for Professional Development
- Research-Based
- Connect and integrate all pertinent aspects of science and science education. (NSES)
- Teaching Standards
- Teachers provide students with the time, space, and resources needed to learn science.
- Ensure a safe working environment.
Customer Reviews
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A Safer Laboratory Experience |
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Reviewed by: Adah (San Antonio, TX) on April 5, 2011 |
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This article is about the OSHA-required hierarchy of defense in the laboratory for specific engineering control required in academic laboratories. These devices are designed to reduce exposure to a chemical or physical hazard by using engineered machinery or equipment. These objects include a fume hood, goggle sanitizer and more. Most teachers are not aware of this list. This article provides a good start to providing the safest and healthiest experiences in a classroom lab. |
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:-) |
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Reviewed by: Reuben Barrett (Chicago Heights, IL) on February 22, 2010 |
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:-) |
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Safer Science: Building Safety with Engineering C |
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Reviewed by: bala (Bangalore, ) on February 17, 2010 |
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Good source for anyone is interested in Occupational Safety Guidelines |
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