This research-based online professional development course is designed to help high school biology educators enhance their safety knowledge and skills in the biology laboratory. It covers topics such as biosafety levels, biological hazards, risk assessment, safety equipment, emergency procedures, and legal and ethical responsibilities. It also provides participants with hands-on activities, demonstrations, and resources to implement safety best practices in their own classrooms. It is based on the standards and guidelines from OSHA, NSTA, and the National Association of Biology Teachers.
Course Mode: Online, Self-paced
Duration: 12 hours
Intended Audience: Recommended for individuals acting as high school science chairs.
Course Content
Duty of Care
Legal Concerns
Fire Safety
Hazardous Waste Management
Engineering Controls in Science and STEM
Hazard Analysis & Risk Assessment
Biology Educator Safer Strategies
Biology Equipment and Apparatus Safety 101
Personal Protective Equipment
Key Findings and Statistics about STEM Safety in Schools
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Course Includes
- 60 Lessons
- 10 Quizzes
- Course Certificate
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