In this module, we will discuss safety training related to robots, including risk assessments and best practices.

Rocks and minerals are found in most schools and are used to illustrate the various geologic processes for students exploring sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous samples.  However there are safety concerns related to storage, handling and evaluating these specimens.

Learn about Rocket Safety and Banned Rockets in this Module.

In this module we will explore the use of signage for various components of your existing safety program in your laboratory.

This online pathway is for science laboratory coordinators who want to develop a safety culture in their science labs. There are many safety issues that exist across a typical science department that the laboratory coordinators should have first-hand knowledge about.

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• 33 Modules with the following Professional Certificates: AP Biology; Biology Lab Equipment; Biology Lab Protocols; Bloodborne Pathogens; Chemical Hazards; Chemical Hygiene Plan and Accountability; Chemical Inventory; Chemistry Lab Accidents; Chemical Spills; Chemical Storage; Chemical Handling and Waste Management;  Duty of Care; Evaluating Risk; Fire Safety in the Lab; First Aid; GHS Labeling, SDS, and Hazard Communication; Glassware Safety; Heat Sources; Lab Experiments; Lab Safety Awareness; Laboratory Inspections; Laboratory Specialists; Mercury; Methanol; Microscopes; Personal Protective Equipment; Physics; Remote Instruction; Remote Safety & Emergency Situations; Right to Understand Laws; Safety Operating Procedures; Sanitizing Equipment; Student Safety Rules and Forms.
• Approx. Time to Complete: 16 hours

Safety is always a priority whether in a traditional face-to-face environment, and even more so in a distance/remote model.

A Safety Data Sheet is the standard document available for every hazardous chemical manufactured or sold in the United States.

Safety operating procedures in elementary science and STEM programs.

You will find multiple sanders when looking at frequently found tools in a common woodshop/construction lab or STEM lab.

Sanitizing, disinfecting and providing a safer hygienic environment for teaching and learning is the focus of this module using procedures and practices from trusted health authorities as guidance for better and safer professional practices in the STEAM lab.

This online pathway is designed to give school administration a thorough understanding of the best practices supporting CTE safety for their students and teachers.

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• 30 Modules with the following Professional Certificates: Metalworking and Foundry Safety; Welding Ventilation; PPE and Welding; Welding Fumes and Gases; General Woodshop Safety; Fires and Fire Extinguishers;  Table Saws; Cutters and Cutter Safety; Power Tool Safety; CTE Access and Equity; Hazard Control and Safety; Hazards Working Around Machines; Machine Guarding; Hearing Protection; Welding; Wood Dust; Sanders; Power Hand Drills; Drill Press and Drill Press Safety; Metal Drilling; Clamps and Clamp Safety; Incident Reports; Ventilation Strategies; Class Size and Safety; Eye Protection; Safety Operating Procedures; Hand Tools; Masks; Personal Protective Equipment; First Aid
• Approx. Time to Complete: 12 hrs.

This online pathway is for school administrators who want to create and foster a culture of safety awareness across their schools.

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• 25 Modules with the following associated Professional Certificates: Science Safety Risk Management Framework; Ethics and Empathy; Behavioral Threat Assessment Management - BTAM; Recognizing Disturbing Behaviors;   Hazard Control and Safety; Hearing Protection; Allergens and Allergies in Schools; Preventing School Violence; Cyberbullying; Bullying; Emergency Lockdown Drills; Duty of Care; Gloves; Class Size and Safety; Eye Protection; Safety Operating Procedures; Classroom Plants; Animals in Schools; Personal Protective Equipment; Laboratory Inspections; Chemical Hazards; Chemical Hygiene Plan and Accountability; Fire Safety in the Science Lab; Evaluating Risk in the Science Classroom.
• Approx. Time to Complete: 10 hrs.

According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, school buses are one of the safest forms of transportation. But there are still dangers, particularly before and after riding the bus.

K-12 schools make tempting targets, in large part, because they have loads of data.

Common building blocks exist that can help you and your students achieve your curricular goals even in a distance education model.

Some of the makerspace hazards, including the ultrafine particles generated during 3D printing, have not been fully characterized to date. With this in mind, careful review of the processes, development of safety procedures, and use of exposure control devices are important to minimize the risks of adverse exposure.

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This online pathway on Science & STEAM safety awareness equips elementary school administrators with the knowledge and tools to promote safety awareness across their schools effectively.

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• 21 Modules with the following Professional Certificates: Science Safety Risk Management Framework; Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management - BTAM; SEL, Science, and STEM; Elementary School Resources; Duty of Care; Science Instruction and Safety; Slips, Trips, and Falls; STEM and Heat Sources; Class Size and Safety; STEM Labs & Makerspace Safety for Elementary Educators; Sanitizing Equipment; 3D Printers; Lasers; Paper Airplanes; Personal Protective Equipment; Chemical Hygiene Plan and Accountability;  Lab Experiments; Evaluating Risk in the Science Classroom; Drawing Materials Safety; Robotics; ELL Students.
• Approx. Time to Complete: 8 hours

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Science activities, as all content area lessons which require active student involvement, carry special concerns for safety. In this module you will learn how to assess the level of safety in your science teaching.

This module addresses safety concerns around chemicals, electricity, and glassware.

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A formal, cohesive, holistic process for Science, STEAM, CTE, and lab safety that allows organizations to manage and mitigate program delivery hazards and risks, making organizations and schools safer.

This online pathway provides a Science Safety course for K-8 teachers who want to build safety awareness around science and STEM activities.

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• 16 Modules with the following Professional Certificates: Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing; Students with Visual Impairments; Students with Dyslexia; Remote Science Activities; Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder; Science Instruction and Safety; STEM and Heat Sources; Robotics; Laser Cutters; Hand Tools; Field Trips; Classroom Plants; 3D Printers; Universal Lab Design and Safety; Animals in Schools; Lasers.

Dangers and safety recommendations related to sculpture.

This online pathway aims to enhance safety awareness for secondary school administrators, such as principals and vice principals, by helping them understand various safety concerns and issues related to Science and STEAM school programs. This is an excellent foundation for growing and maintaining a culture of safety awareness for staff and students.

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• 19 Modules with the following Professional Certificates: High School Science General Safety Protocols Training; Science Safety Risk Management Framework; Risk Management for STEAM Programs; Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management - BTAM; Health and Safety Programs and the Visual Arts; General Woodshop Safety; Preventing School Violence; Duty of Care; Slips, Trips, and Falls; Class Size and Safety; Safety Operating Procedures; Personal Protective Equipment; Opening for the New School year; Laboratory Inspections; Chemical Hygiene Plan and Accountability; Evaluating Risk in the Science Classroom; STEM Labs and STEM Lab Safety; STEM and Heat Sources. 
• Approx. Time to Complete: 9 hours

This online pathway is for high school science department chairs who want to develop a safety culture in their science and STEM classrooms. The department chair should have first-hand knowledge of many safety issues that exist across a typical science department.

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• 37 Modules with the following Professional Certificates: High School Science General Safety Protocols Training; Science Safety Risk Management Framework; Risk Management for STEAM Programs; Ethics and Empathy; SEL, Science and STEM; Green Chemistry; Lab Fire and Explosion Accidents; Fires and Fire Extinguishers; Safer Laboratory Unit Design and Equipment; Safety Data Sheets; Hazard Control and Safety; Methanol Safety; Incident Reports; Duty of Care; Ventilation Strategies; Mercury; STEM and Heat Sources; Microscopes and Microscope Safety; STEM Labs and STEM Lab Safety; Science and STEM Makerspaces; Sanitizing Equipment; Ventilation and Chemistry Labs; Personal Protective Equipment; Opening for the New School Year; Laboratory Inspections; Chemical Hazards; Lab Experiments; Lab Safety Awareness; Chemical Hygiene Plan and Accountability; Chemical Spills; Fire and Safety in the Science Lab; Chemistry Lab Accidents; Evaluating Risk in the Science Classroom; Chemical Inventory Management; Chemical Storage; Chemical Handling and Waste Management; GHS Labeling, Safety Data Sheets, Hazard Communications;
• Approx. Time to Complete: 15 hours

SEL, Science and STEM have a uniquely beneficial relationship. In Science and STEM education, the collaborative nature of learning opens up SEL opportunities.

Shapers can be dangerous if not used properly. This module provides an outline of Shaper Safety.

Slips, trips, and falls cause nearly 700 fatalities per year and many more injurious accident in the workplace according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In this module you learn about the physical factors involved in slips, trips, and falls and prevention.

It’s often noted that humans are the weakest link when it comes to cybersecurity.

Social media guidelines for ages 13 and older, including posting responsibly.

Light from the sun, even during eclipses of the sun, is harmful when viewed directly. In this module you learn about how students can observe the daytime sky and eclipses in a safer manner.

Many hands-on STEM activities and demonstrations require the use of a heat source. The challenge is to determine the appropriate heat source based on safety while still meeting the needs of the activity.

Planning your STEM program and activities will take some thought and time, but the results will be much richer learning and deeper understanding (safely) for your students.  Designed for elementary educators.

Like science labs, STEM Labs (science, technology, engineering, and math) require STEM lab safety and security measures, with an emphasis on safety training, personal protective equipment (PPE), standard operating procedures, engineering controls, and supervision. While hand and power tools can be found in STEM labs, many students and teachers use these tools without receiving proper safety training.

For students going into general science courses. Covers basic procedures and policies necessary to ensure the safe operation of their science laboratories. In this course we investigate common safety protocols and specific topics, such as developing a safety mindset, GHS, and heat sources.

In this module you will learn about the difference between a safety acknowledgement form and a safety contract.

There are a significant number of students who have been diagnosed as either hard of hearing or deaf.

This online pathway is specifically designed to provide insight and examples of how to provide equitable access to education for all students, including those with additional needs.

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• 16 Modules with the following associated Professional Certificates: Concussion Safety; Ethics and Empathy; Students with Additional Needs: An Introduction; Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing; Students With Visual Impairments; Students With Dyslexia; Students with Additional Needs: Course; Allergens and Allergies in Schools; Bullying; Identifying Child Abuse; Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder; Duty of Care; Live Animals in the Classroom; Classroom Management Best Practices; Classroom Plants; First Aid.
• Approx. Time to Complete: 10 hours.

Not all students arrive in your classroom with the same levels of experience, academic, physical, social or emotional achievements.

Every student is entitled to equitable access to education. In this module we will look at some strategies and best-practices that you can use in your science and STEM program to ensure that students with additional needs are successful.

Explore strategies to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder that have been successful for other educators in science and STEM.

This module will provide some insights in how to help students who may have dyslexia.

Explore strategies and their applications in your classroom to better support students with visual impairments.

School personnel have a legal and ethical responsibility to recognize and respond to suicidal thinking and behavior. Schools must have clear policies and procedures for what to do, as well as trained school-employed mental health professionals and crisis response teams.

Safety protocols and safety demos for table saws.

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In this course you will explore some of the common building blocks, or frameworks that exist that can help you and your students achieve your curricular goals in a safe manner, even in a distance education model.

Explore key recommendations that have been tested and revised in the traditional distance education model.

The module on temperature rising will help students explore the concepts of heat using their mini-research stations.  Temperature Rising takes students on a unique—and fun—path of inquiry as they investigate the impacts of heat on our environment by conducting student-designed experiments. Get ready to take your students on a path of self-discovery about heat.

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In this module you learn about the destruction of tornados, the importance of planning, and how to run drills.

Students with disabilities face access challenges to typical science labs in K-12 and postsecondary settings.

Ventilation in a laboratory is critical for a safe and healthy operation. Little or no ventilation can allow the build up of harmful vapors, respiratory symptoms and more.

Proper ventilation is a key prevention strategy for maintaining healthy environments and, along with other preventive actions, can reduce the likelihood of spreading disease.

In this new world of video calls, it’s more important than ever that we use good good cyber safety practices during every meeting we attend.

This module will help you choose virtual activities and always make safety a priority.

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In this online pathway, you will learn about risks, hazards, and safer practices in painting, ceramics, photography, jewelry, printing and printmaking, metalworking, welding, and woodworking, as well as the associated buildings, studios, and storage space, are some activities that commonly use materials that are hazardous and may therefore become regulated waste. If you teach students in an art classroom program that “produces” something, in other words, a piece of artwork such as a painting, sculpture, jewelry, etc., students should understand that clean-up materials, paints/solvents, metal shavings, or process rinse waters may fall into the hazardous waste management category.

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• 11 Modules with the following Professional Certificates: Hazardous Waste Management and Visual Arts; Health and Safety Programs and Visual Arts; Painting and Solvents Use and Safety; Ceramics Safety; Jewelry Making and Small Metals Safety; Printing and Print Making Safety; Photography Safety; Design and Architecture and Model Making; Drawing Materials Safety; Sculpture Safety; Metalworking and Foundry Safety
• Approx. Time to Complete: 9 hours

In this module you will explore welding technology, the associated hazards, risks, and strategies to minimize those concerns through a combination of best-practices, safety procedures and a thorough understanding of the welding process(es) involved in each type of situation.

Welding fumes are a complex mixture of metals metallic oxides, silicates and fluorides.

Learn about safety protocols related to welding ventilation with examples of local exhaust ventilation.

This module is designed to help you prepare to participate in a safer workforce.

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Wood dust is created during all stages of wood processing, including sawing, routing, sanding, and other operations.

A wood turning lathe can be dangerous if not used properly.

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This online pathway is for Woodshop & Construction Lab educators who want to learn how to develop a safety awareness culture around their programs.