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Some of the difficulty in school district rebuilding after a disaster can be avoided by keeping good inventory records and having adequate insurance coverage, a long-range plan, and a staff capable of making decisions. (Author/MLF)

Based on news stories from U.S. newspapers, this report examines the prevalence of gun violence in American schools. During the past 4 years, beginning with September 1986, at least 71 people (65 students and 6 employees) have been killed with guns at school. Another 201 were severely wounded, and 242 individuals were held hostage at gunpoint.…

Information to assist the school community develop and adapt a self-sufficient safety program for its school is presented in this workbook. Steps involved in the planning process are outlined in section 2. Section 3 describes how to estimate potential earthquake impact and how to identify hazards. The fourth section discusses what to expect and…

Increased violence in the schools necessitates the identification of potential gang development and formation of preventive safety policies. Included in this bulletin for principals are steps for gang activity identification, preventive strategies, appropriate responses to altercations, and guidelines for security and supervision of…

This report indicates that while school security systems should be tailored to the school system's specific needs and problems, most must take cognizance of the following concerns: (1) evaluation of current security arrangements; (2) degree of dependence upon local law enforcement bodies; (3) management of the school system; (4) analysis of school…

Funding for school safety projects is often difficult to find. This bulletin discusses appropriate federal agencies where funding for school safety projects may be available, tips on writing a proposal, a contact list for education funding sources, and information resources. (Author/MLF)

The purpose of the yearbook is to provide guidelines for the industrial arts facility planner. The yearbook provides a discussion of the terminology, status, and trends relevant to industrial arts education; a sequential development system for the planning of industrial arts facilities; the principles relative to the planning of facilities; the…

The curriculum guide on School Pedestrian Safety was developed because of the need for an understanding of good safety practices. The guide covers three major areas: Pedestrian Safety, Bus Safety, and Bicycle Safety. The project has been developed in a loose-leaf binder to allow teachers a great deal of flexibility in developing their own program.…

The purpose of the Safest Route to School project is to help children develop safe walking habits and inform them of the potential dangers which exist in a seemingly innocent walk to school. This project will foster cooperation between home and school in working toward the common goal of protecting the lives of children. Some of the guiding…

The guide was designed to provide basic information for administrators, teachers, students, and related personnel to develop new safety programs and to improve existing programs in Hawaii public schools. The loose-leaf format permits later upgrading and changes. The basic components of the program are the teacher, student, facility, and equipment.…

Describes the organization and operation of the Office of School Safety, the department responsible for maintaining order and security in the New York City public schools. (Available from Security World Publishing Company, Inc., P.O. Box 272, Culver City, CA 90230; $14.00 annually) (JG)

Presents 12 amendments to the second edition of Safety in Science Laboratories. Covers topics such as regular inspection of equipment, wearing safety glasses, dating stock chemicals, and safe use of chemicals. (MA)

Presents the concluding article on a checklist for chemistry laboratory safety. (SL)