12 top tips for safe science in your school

A school science prep room

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Advice for technicians (and teachers) on safely opening up the prep room and on ensuring a successful start to practical work

Returning to school after the summer break means checking the science prep room, classrooms and science labs, plus all equipment and chemicals, are safe and ready for use in chemistry lessons. This article shares tips from a school science technician on safety checks for the prep room, chemical store and equipment. It also discusses planning for practical work and building collaborative working relationships with science teachers.

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