Science Safety

New Teachers, Real Risks: Safer STEM Strategies for Today’s Classrooms

Why New Teachers Face Elevated Safety Risks Science classrooms—especially those involving chemicals, live experiments, or engineering materials—are inherently risk-prone environments.…

7 months ago

Why 9th Grade Science Labs See the Most Accidents and What Schools Can Do About It

The data is clear: 9th grade science labs experience more accidents than any other level in high school. Whether it’s…

7 months ago

Safer STEM: Building a Culture of Confidence in Every Science Classroom

As school districts expand STEM programs—from coding clubs to robotics labs and chemical experiments—ensuring student and teacher safety is more…

7 months ago

Prioritizing Safety in Art Education

Art education is vital in fostering students’ creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression. However, the art classroom is not just a…

7 months ago

How Science Safety’s Chemical Hygiene Officer Pathway Is Empowering Lab Leaders

In science education and laboratory environments, safety is more than a checklist—it’s a culture. Behind every safe lab is a…

8 months ago

Summer Science Lab Shutdown Checklist for Teachers

As the school year comes to a close, science and STEAM educators face a critical task—safely shutting down their classrooms…

9 months ago

Risk Management and Mitigation in the Science Lab

As a lab director, I’ve seen firsthand how a well-run science lab becomes the heartbeat of a school’s STEM program.…

9 months ago

The Vital Role of a Chemical Hygiene Officer in Schools

In schools across the country, science classrooms and laboratories provide students with hands-on learning experiences that foster curiosity, innovation, and…

11 months ago

Safer Learning for Students with Additional Needs

Safety in education is paramount, especially for students with additional needs. While achieving absolute safety is impossible, proactive measures can…

12 months ago

Importance of Safety in STEAM Programs

Safety must be a top priority when planning STEAM laboratory experiments or demonstrations by thoroughly assessing potential hazards and associated…

1 year ago