WELCOME TO THE SAFER SCIENCE™ PROGRAM
Empowering safe and effective science education
Begin your journey to a safer science environment by scheduling a consultation or downloading our program overview.
What is the Safer Science™ Program?
The Safer Science™ Program provides educators and administrators with a comprehensive framework to integrate safety into every aspect of science education. It is designed to meet the needs of modern science classrooms, offering customizable solutions, detailed resources, and ongoing support to ensure your school maintains the highest safety standards.
- Customizable Solutions: Tailored to fit the unique needs of your school environment.
- Comprehensive Resources: Includes training, checklists, templates, and more.
- Ongoing Support: Access webinars, workshops, and expert consultations throughout the year.
- Standards-Aligned: Fully integrated with NGSS and other national educational standards.
Get detailed insights into how our program can help your school by downloading our comprehensive overview.
THE SIX ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF THE SAFER SCIENCE™ PROGRAM
Element 1: Facilities
Maintaining safe facilities is crucial for any science program. This includes ensuring proper lab design, functional safety showers, eyewash stations, and fume hoods. Proper facilities not only protect students and staff but also foster a productive learning environment.
Evaluate your school's facilities with our
free self-assessment tool to identify areas for improvement
Element 2: Professional Development
Continuous professional development ensures that teachers and staff are up-to-date with the latest safety protocols and best practices. Through our training sessions, webinars, and certifications, educators can confidently manage their classrooms and laboratories.
Enhance your skills by signing up for our next Safer Science Masterclass webinar series
Element 3: Administrative Controls
Clear administrative controls, including a well-defined Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP), emergency procedures, and reporting systems, are essential for maintaining a safe science environment. Our program helps schools establish and maintain these controls effectively.
Request a Free Consultation to Review Your School’s Chemical Hygiene Plan
Element 4: Curriculum & Instruction
Integrating safety into the curriculum is vital for a comprehensive science education. This includes aligning experiments with approved chemical lists and adapting lessons for various classroom environments, ensuring that safety is always a priority.
Download Our Safe Science Curriculum Guide
Element 5: Sustainability
Building a sustainable safety culture requires long-term commitment. This includes creating safety contracts, developing comprehensive safety manuals, and establishing guidelines that are maintained across academic years.
Get Your Free Safety Culture Toolkit
Element 6: Materials Management
Safe storage, inventory, and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials are crucial to a successful science program. Our framework provides best practices and tools to help schools manage materials safely and efficiently.
Try Our Free Chemical Inventory Template
HOW THE SAFER SCIENCE™ PROGRAM WORKS
Step-by-Step Process
Implementing the Safer Science Program is straightforward. We guide you through each step, from the initial assessment to customized planning, implementation support, and ongoing evaluation. Our goal is to ensure your school has a fully integrated and effective safety program.
Ready to Begin? Schedule your initial consultation to start your journey toward a safer science environment.
Take the Next Step Toward a Safer Science Environment
Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your existing safety protocols, the Safer Science Program provides the tools and support you need to build a robust science safety culture in your school. Don’t wait—take the first step today.