Science Safety Certification Courses

Lab Specialists are responsible for the preparation of labs in chemistry, physics and earth science, maintaining lab equipment — the balances, Bunsen burners, etc. — and our chemical inventory.

Laser cutting is a technology that uses a laser to vaporize materials, resulting in a cut edge. In this module you learn how to use them more safely.

Laser safety enhances the safe use of laser device in order to prevent or minimize the hazards which accompanies the laser device.

Many classrooms benefit from the use of live animals in the classroom and use this as a springboard for student curiosity into the living world surrounding them.  Explore the various concerns and safer practices if you have live animals in the laboratory.

The best way to prevent dangerous mercury spills in your school is to get rid of mercury. In this module you learn about the dangers of mercury and how to dispose it safely.

Methanol is a toxic alcohol that is used industrially as a solvent, pesticide, and alternative fuel source.

Proper use of the microscope should be reviewed with students prior to use and should be used only under supervision.

Working with paper airplanes sounds unthreatening; however, there are some things to take into account when teaching.

Provides Physics educators with an overview of basic procedures and policies necessary to support safety in their classrooms. In this course we will investigate topics related to lab safety with attention to specific equipment.

IB Physics students need to learn basic safety principles before beginning.

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

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

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.

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.