Week 1
Why is lab safety crucial?
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Learning intentions
Learning intentions
To develop a strong understanding of the importance of safety in science to ensure personal well-being, prevent accidents, and adhere to ethical and legal standards in laboratory practices
Success Criteria:
Success Criteria:
I can identify some important safety rules in a laboratory.
I can explain how to keep yourself and others safe in a laboratory, especially during practical investigations.
I know how to take accurate measurements.
Tasks
Tasks
Knowledge & understanding
What I need to be successful in science whole class activity
Lab safety rules/escape room (depending on if students have a chromebook)
Investigation Skills
Measurement and Accuracy: A colourful lab activity
Literacy & Research
Reflective writing
Knowledge and understanding
Getting Ready to Learn
Getting Ready to Learn
What do I need from the teacher to be successful in this class?
What do I need from your peers to be successful in this class?
What do you need from yourself to be successful in this class?
What is a Scientist?
What is a Scientist?
Investigation skills
Rainbow Rack:
Rainbow Rack:
Can you follow directions accurately?
Can you follow directions accurately?
Skill development: Measuring volume.
Eye must be at the level of the meniscus when reading
Skill development: How to write a risk management table in practical reports:
Literacy & Research
Lab safety - WHY?
Lab safety - WHY?
Safety Shield Shelly
Superpower: Protective force field against spills and splashes.
Catchphrase: "I'm not just here for the safety goggles; I'm here for the drama too!"
Captain Caution
Superpower: Ability to spot hazards from a mile away.
Catchphrase: "Caution is my middle name (not really, but it should be)!"
Professor Precaution
Superpower: Mind-reading for potential accidents.
Catchphrase: "I can predict your unsafe moves, and trust me, it won't end well!"
The Safety Squad
Superpower: Teamwork and unity to conquer lab dangers.
Catchphrase: "United we stand, safely we experiment!"
Learning safety in a laboratory setting is crucial for several reasons, and it plays a fundamental role in ensuring the well-being of individuals working in such environments. Here are some key reasons why learning safety in a laboratory is important:
Personal Safety:
Addressing physical and chemical hazards through understanding safety procedures minimizes the risk of accidents and injuries.
Prevention of Accidents:
Knowledge of fire and electrical safety and proper equipment handling reduces the likelihood of fires and equipment-related mishaps.
Environmental Protection:
Handling chemicals safely and adopting spill response procedures prevents environmental contamination.
Compliance with Regulations:
Adhering to safety and environmental regulations is both ethical and essential to avoid legal consequences.
Protection of Others:
Everyone in the laboratory is responsible for creating a safe working environment for themselves and others.
Research Integrity:
Following safety practices in scientific research prevents contamination, ensuring the reliability of experimental outcomes.
Emergency Preparedness:
First Aid and Emergency Response: Accidents can happen despite precautions. Understanding first aid and emergency response protocols equips individuals to provide immediate assistance in unforeseen situations.
Professional Development:
A strong understanding of lab safety enhances employability, especially in science and research careers.
Write a brief reflection in your workbook.
Write a brief reflection in your workbook.
How does practicing lab safety protect oneself and others?
Why is it important for scientific results to be accurate and reliable?
In what ways does lab safety contribute to maintaining a responsible and ethical scientific environment?
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