Lab & Classroom Safety Information
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The EPA's School Chemical Cleanout Campaign
Here’s a practical approach to providing a safer learning environment for students and teachers. View »
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Make Your Lab Greener for Good!
Despite Kermit's lament, it's really not hard to be green. In fact, it can save you money, reduce hazardous chemical use, and make your lab a safer, more pleasant environment for you and your students. View »
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Chemistry Laboratory Closeout
With the end of the school year approaching, it’s time to start preparing your laboratory for summer break. We've compiled a checklist to help you complete the task. View »
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Preserved Specimen Disposal Guidelines
Disposing of preserved specimens and preservation fluids after use isn’t complicated, but does require some thoughtful planning. View »
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Introduction to Green Chemistry
Learn tips on how to make your lab greener including chemical replacements, the 12 green principles and new green initiatives. View »
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Preserved Specimens: Safety, Storage, and Disposal
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Chemical Disposal Procedures
How do I label chemical waste? What can I pour down the drain? Answer these and other questions with this helpful article on chemical disposal. View »
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How to Store Chemicals
Imagine starting the school year with a chemical storage area that’s safer, better organized, and easier to maintain. View »
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Chemical Accidents & Spills
Learn how to quickly assess and handle chemical accidents and avoid dangerous situations in your laboratory. Get started with these general guidelines. View »
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Lab and Chemical Safety
Here you'll find information on how to handle chemical spills and disposals, tips to help you make your chemistry lab safer and general safety guidelines including pregnancy and dissection, handling owl pellets, etc. View »
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Substances with Greater Hazardous Nature Than Educational Utility
Chemicals in this list have a hazardous nature that is greater than their potential usefulness in many school programs. View »
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Lab Safety Do's and Dont's for Students
Use this safety checklist as a handout to acquaint students with the safety do’s and don’ts in the laboratory. View »
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