Safety education is absent in the chemistry curriculum. This commentary discusses the consequences of the missing safety education for graduates and institutions that hire them. It suggests and discusses the application of the theory of Normalization of Deviance to explain why safety education is missing. It suggests ways to fix the shortcoming by…

On a daily basis, administrators are reminded of the potential, perhaps the likelihood, of violence or natural crises on their campuses. Comprehensive studies have been conducted and point to recommendations and best practices for planning, preparing, responding to, and recovering from critical incidents. The International Association of Campus…

Indicates that there are no adequate educational programs about pesticide use, abuse, and safety. Enumerates educational needs and suggests that adult education assume a vital role in meeting those needs. (JOW)

Home economists can use their systems approach and multidisciplinary orientation in the promotion and implementation of prevention. Prevention is defined as anticipatory action to stop or reduce the possibility of an undesirable event from happening. (SK)

Because of the high incidence of cardiovascular dysfunction, due to both heart disease and accidents, basic training in CPR should be a required course in the high school curriculum. (LH)

"Addressing Security Needs of Students" is a model to help create a safe environment in which students can learn. Elements are as follows: conduct a student survey, form partnerships with parents, focus on traditions, implement safety procedures, establish a discipline policy, and develop students' interpersonal and intrapersonal skills. (SK)

Outlines a theoretical model for accident prevention education that includes four paradigms: humanism, radical humanism, functionalism, and radical functionalism. Applies the model to fishing boat accidents and derives implications for changing the content and processes of prevention education. (SK)

Safety and security are crucial parts of a functioning educational facility. Despite an apparent slowdown in security threats and particularly dramatic incidents of violence, thanks to heightened vigilance, student safety is still a fundamental concern, made more complex by our times, experts say. According to Kenneth S. Trump, president of the…

The article describes the potential impact of a prevention model on reducing unintentional childhood injuries. Following a review of major childhood injuries and related risk factors, the model, which borrows from prevention, behavioral, and community psychology frameworks, is elucidated. An example using fire emergency skills is offered.…

Even postage stamps can carry a safety education message. (LH)

Introductory article to this theme issue on child safety indicates that injury from accidents is principal childhood public health problem of the United States and notes it is an epidemic that can be controlled through targeted prevention strategies such as parent education to enhance home and school safety. (SM)

A "prioritized" list of dangers of the woods is discussed and suggestions for safety in organized camping are listed. Available from: Center for Environmental, Camping and Outdoor Education; University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Pine Lake Field Campus; 4016 Blumenthal Road; Greensboro, NC, 27406. (AN)

In an effort to reduce deaths and serious injuries among bicyclists, physicians and bicycling organizations are promoting safety skill classes. Children are at especially high risk of accidents and need proper training and education. Helmets and other protective gear are considered crucial equipment, and common sense and alertness are important.…

Examines pediatric accidents involving bicycles, roller skates, and skateboards, emphasizing prevention, and offering recommendations for the safe utilization of these devices. (BB)

Discusses electricity in school shops. Details causes of accidents due to electric shock and ways to prevent them. Stresses the importance of shop safety procedures regarding electricity. (JOW)