by cbrookallred | Mar 16, 2015 | All Science Teachers, Safety
What is the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)? According to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, GHS stands for the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals. GHS is a system that defines and classifies the hazards of...
by cbrookallred | Mar 5, 2015 | All Science Teachers, Safety
Question to STAO Safety Committee: Should teachers be trained on fire extinguisher use? Response STAO does not have a position as regards this training, nor is it required by regulation. There are some organizations (National Research Council in their book, Prudent...
by cbrookallred | Feb 19, 2015 | Safety
The STAO Safety Committee frequently responds to questions that Ontario teachers pose regarding safety in their science facilities. Here is a sample: Question Are ductless fume hoods a good alternative to traditional fume hoods? Since the summer, we’ve been taking an...
by cbrookallred | Feb 12, 2015 | All Science Teachers, Safety
A teacher began a project where students were asked to build a solar car. Students were instructed to take parts from last year’s projects. The teacher supplied students with the necessary tools that included screwdrivers, pliers, and wire snips. They were instructed...
by cbrookallred | Jan 15, 2015 | Safety
Question to STAO Safety Committee: I was at a school that had an externally vented flammable cabinet. The cabinet at my current school isn’t vented and there is always a strong (somewhat overpowering) smell whenever the cabinet is opened. While the MSDS sheet...
by msander | Jan 5, 2015 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Physics, Safety
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnVDayI-gwI Improperly stored 9V batteries can cause a fire if they are stored improperly. Watch the video to find out how. For more information on the potential hazards, storage and disposal of 9V batteries, go to this link provided...
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