The papers include discussions on: (1) training techniques for safety administrators; (2) materials and services from the National Safety Council; (3) fire safety measures; (4) high-rise buildings; (5) the role of the industrial hygienist in environmental health and safety; (6) chemical waste disposal facilities; (7) a chemistry department safety…

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,…

This document which is the product of the American Association for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (AAHPER) Undergraduate Professional Preparation Conference, consists of 10 separate reports that serve as a guide for curriculum building and program planning essential to the training of professionals in health, physical education,…

A look at what to do in time of natural and man-made disasters is presented. Disasters covered include tornados, hurricanes, floods, fires, blizzards, and nuclear disaster. The responsibilities of the Board of Education, school superintendent, school principal, teachers, school nurse, custodian, students, bus drivers, and cafeteria workers are…

This project was conducted to: (1) identify and clarify the primary needs and issues related to highway safety manpower education and training, (2) evaluate the potential sources of assistance for resolving the needs and issues, and (3) evolve strategies for bringing about a significant improvement in the quality and quantity of highway safety…

The purpose of this system is to teach high school students basic principles and processes of electric arc welding. Safety features are stressed. The student generally follows a three-step sequence: 1) he views one of the eight demonstration films; 2) he works through a corresponding unit of programed material; and 3) he practices the aspects of…

Safety policies, procedures, and related information are presented in this manual to assist school personnel in a continuing program of accident prevention. Chapter 1 discusses safety education and accident prevention in general. Chapter 2 covers traffic regulations relating to school safety patrols, school bus transportation, bicycles, and…

In response to the number of young children taking care of themselves after school, the state of California has developed "Safety Pals," a program that teaches children how to take care of themselves when they do not have adult supervision. (MD)

Detailing the policies and status of labor union education and training in Britain, especially training for union representatives and health and safety education, the author concludes that there is a massive potential demand for labor education, but that political and economic conditions are affecting such activities. (SK)

Presents program on safety skills training for children. Describes curriculum organized around games, music, skits, and artwork. Describes Child Safety Program goals and identifies safety skills for each grade level from kindergarten through fifth grade. Sample program section includes lists of items used for curriculum in each grade and safety…

The author introduces a simple three-step formula for teaching safety awareness in technology education classes and in industry. The steps are (1) understand the hazard, (2) recognize the defense, and (3) act in time. (CH)

Describes the use of a problem-solving approach to assist special needs students in conceptualizing safety rules so that safety rule use will be applied in the vocational shop environment. (JOW)

Safety has not been stressed adequately in most school systems, leaving students and teachers in unnecessary danger and schools subject to lawsuits. Creation of an effective school safety program involves establishing a written safety policy, appointing an active safety committee, and conducting safety inspections. (PGD)

Severely handicapped students can acquire safety behaviors through the implementation of systematic instruction. A procedure for selecting representative teaching examples to promote optimal generalization is offered. (Author/DF)

The author proposes that toys which have been shown to cause blindness (such as dart guns, bows and arrows, peashooters, air guns, and slingshots) be banned, and suggests that government regulatory agencies and the toy industry have been lax in acting on their expressed concern for safety. (DB)