9312 - Chemical and Laboratory Safety Policy

Policy 9312

SCHOOL FACILITIES

Chemical and Laboratory SafetyThe board recognizes the potential health and safety hazards that exist as a result of chemical storage and handling.  Instruction shall be emphasized in the safe and proper use of chemicals and substances and property laboratory techniques.  All students and staff are to wear safety glasses or goggles whenever they are working under potentially hazardous conditions.  Laboratories should be ventilated sufficiently enough to provide a healthful, nonhazardous environment.

The superintendent is directed to establish safety guidelines and procedures which will minimize the hazards inherent in the science classes and laboratories in the schools.

 

 

 

Cross Reference:         Board Policy 9310                  Safety Program

 

Adoption Date:           April 23, 1996