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From: Secretary, ACS Division of Chemical Health and Safety <secretary**At_Symbol_Here**DCHAS.ORG>
Subject: [DCHAS-L] NSTA Safety Blog: 7 Safety Guidelines for Guest Presentations
Date: Nov 16, 2017 12:35 UTC
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ACS Division of Chemical Health and Safety
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http://nstacommunities.org/blog/2017/11/14/7-safety-guidelines-for-guest-presentations/
7 Safety Guidelines for Guest Presentations
By Kenneth Roy | Published: November 14, 2017
Although guest presenters can offer real-life science experiences to students, they may not be familiar with the safety practices that need to be in place to create safer learning experiences. In October 2012, for instance, two fourth graders were rushed to a hospital during a science demonstration involving dry ice and salt. As part of the demonstration with the science education company Mad Science, students placed items in their mouths, reportedly resulting in corrosive burns in one childâ??s mouth and throat.
As a licensed professional, the teacher carries the bulk of the legal responsibility with student injuries during a demonstration. Thus, science teachers need to keep safety in mind when planning a guest presentation. The following seven strategies will help teachers prepare for the event and establish safety guidelines and expectations for guest speakers.
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