A systems thinking approach to incorporating green chemistry and safety into laboratory culture is vital, as chemists will be at the molecular level of the innovative solutions to our global challenges. Training chemists to have the skills and culture to accomplish this feat in the safest way possible is pivotal to safe working conditions within…

Safety procedures are outlined for the following sports: (1) fishing; (2) hunting and shooting; (3) skeet and trap; (4) hiking and mountaineering; (5) ice fishing; (6) ice skating; (7) skiing; (8) snowmobiling; (9) recreational motorcycling; and (10) developmental and play activities. (JD)

The manual provides almost all necessary materials for the successful implementation of a Highway Safety Workshop, designed around a developmental sequence which is basic to the success of the workshop. The major activities of the workshop center around three exercises-the first for small group discussion consisting of questions relating to…

The manual contains all the reference manterials to be used by participants in the Highway Safety Workshop. The materials comprise questions and topics for discussion, abstracts of literature related to these topics, and a bibliography. (SA)

The purpose of this publication is to promote a better understanding of how basic weather features develop on Chesapeake Bay and enable boaters to enjoy the Bay's unique waterways. Sections include: (1) Chesapeake Bay climate; (2) general weather features; (3) seasonal trends; (4) sources of weather information and forecasts; (5) weather service…

Addressed to young persons and adults, this booklet delineates the duties and rights applicable to bicyclists as drivers of vehicles. The following topics are discussed: Rules of the road, defensive bicycling techniques, the bicycle as a machine, registration and theft prevention, walking the bike, bike routes, and recreational and group rides.…

School leaders play a pivotal role in keeping schools safe from chemical accidents. Readers of this brochure can help schools develop a chemical cleanout and prevention program and assemble a team of teachers, facilities staff, and administrators with technical expertise to assess chemical safety issues and set policy. Some important team roles…

A home safety checklist geared to the needs of older adults is presented in this document. The beginning of the checklist highlights potential hazards which may need to be checked in more than one area of the home, such as electric cords, smoke detectors, rugs, telephone areas, and emergency exit plans. The rest of the checklist is organized…

This guide was designed to assist parents, teachers, youth leaders, and park and recreation directors in the safe selection, use, installation, maintenance and repair of playground equipment. The nature and necessity of children's play are discussed briefly and information is presented on four main types of playground equipment: (1) swings, (2)…

This teacher's guide to school safety patrols in Pennsylvania is divided into six chapters. Chapter 1, on administration, discusses the philosophy, objectives, personnel, and financial arrangements of a school safety patrol. Chapter 2, on organization, examines the following topics: school patrol function and duties, instruction of the patrol,…

The training manual serves as the text for the Coast Guard's boating safety 32-hour course and for the D-8 Qualification Code Recertification Course. The manual is designed for self-study or for use with an instructor-led course. Each chapter concludes with a quiz to be used as a review of chaper content. Opening chapters review the use of the…

GRADES OR AGES: Junior and senior high school. SUBJECT MATTER: Health, physical education, and safety. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: The handbook is divided into three general areas: a) basic information and program organization for teachers, b) activity instruction, and c) health instruction. The second section includes both individual…

Accidents are the first cause of crippling and, many times, of death, among older people. To help reduce the possibility of accidents among older people, the Administration on Aging and the National Safety Council have joined in preparing this booklet--a course of instruction in safety and accident prevention for Older Americans. It spells out…

The manual details the procedures to be followed in developing and implementing a fire safety plan. The three main steps are first, to organize; second, to set up a procedure and put it in writing; and third, to train and drill employees and staff. Step 1 involves organizing a safety committee, appointing a fire marshall, and seeking help from…

This bulletin, designed to help upgrade swimming and water safety instruction in schools, is divided into nine sections. The introductory section includes values of swimming and water safety instruction, and the scope and objectives of the program. Section two, "Organization and Administration," discusses the roles of administrators, supervisors,…