Why Schools Must Provide PPE for STEM Learning
Schools are legally required to provide certified PPE for all K–12 STEM activities. Districts must supply goggles, gloves, and protection.
Category: Lab Safety
Why Eating in the Science Lab Is Never Safe—Ever
Eating or chewing gum in a science lab is never safe. Invisible chemical residues and airborne hazards make ingestion a major risk. No food, no except…
Why Facilities Directors Are Key to K–12 Lab Safety
Directors of Facilities play a vital role in K–12 lab safety—from ventilation and chemical storage to OSHA and NFPA compliance—to protect studen…
Why Students Shouldn’t Swab for Germs in School
Swabbing surfaces for germs can culture dangerous microbes. Without proper biosafety equipment, these activities pose serious risks and should be avoi…