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AP Biology
Accidents do happen in a biology lab. Some chemicals have the potential for high risk and severe damage.

Biological Waste
Any material that contains or has been contaminated by a biohazardous agent.

Biology Lab Equipment
Covers the basic laboratory equipment to produce valid results in a molecular biology laboratory.

Biology Lab Protocols
This module provides information on biology laboratory practices and protocols.

Biology Safety For International Baccalaureate (IB) Students
IB Biology students need to learn basic safety principles before beginning.

Dissection Safety
Performing safer dissections is a common practice in biology programs and allows students to learn about the connected systems within organisms and provide a better understanding of anatomy and physiology.

Eye Wash Stations and Showers – Lab Safety
Eye wash stations and Emergency Deluge (Drench) Showers are essential parts of the safety infrastructure in your laboratory setting.

Forensics and Biotechnology Safety
There are inherent hazards and risks associated with performing forensic science and biotechnology investigations including biological, chemical and physical sources. This module will help identify those safety concerns in the

Live Animals in the Classroom
Many classrooms benefit from the use of live animals in the classroom and use this as a springboard for student curiosity into the living world surrounding them. Explore the various

Microscopes and Microscope Safety
Proper use of the microscope should be reviewed with students prior to use and should be used only under supervision.

Safer Laboratory Unit Design and Equipment
In this module we will explore the use of signage for various components of your existing safety program in your laboratory.