Demonstrations and experiments should only be performed by a knowledgeable instructor; especially those involving open flames or the use of reactive or toxic materials. This section provides information for how to ensure everyone's safety during a demonstration or experiment, whether in the classroom or at a special event.
Resources for Conducting Safer Demonstrations & Experiments
General Demo Safety Tips
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Tips for Planning Chemistry Demos
This infographic shows how to set goals, plan key logistics, and prep materials for chemistry demos.
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How to RAMP up Safety for Demos
Entertaining your audience with chemistry is fun, but keeping them safe at demos is critical.
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Safety Guidelines for Chemical Demos
These guidelines provide a checklist to assure that chemical demos are conducted without incident.
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Safe Transportation Recommendations for Chemicals Used in Demonstrations or Educational Activities
Reccomendations for tranposting chemicals safely during demos & other educational activities.
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Recommendation for Sharing, Cleaning & Disinfecting Safety Goggles & Glasses
This document outlines best practices for sharing, cleaning, and disinfecting safety goggles & glasses.
Rubrics and Worksheets for Teachers
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Assessing Chemical Demonstration Videos
A template to review the safety and pedagogy of chemical demonstration videos in order to determine their usage in the classroom.
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Five Key Questions for Safe Research and Demos
Ask these 5 questions before performing a demo to keep you and your audience safe.
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Safer Demos Through Safety Data Sheets
Knowing where to find chemical Safety Data Sheets and how to read them is essential to safe experiments and demonstrations.
Partner Resources
Handbook
NFPA Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals
A template for educators to review the safety and pedagogy of chemical demonstration videos in order to determine whether they should be used in the classroom.
Featured Demonstration
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A Safer "Rainbow Flame" Demo for Classrooms
The Flame Test is a safer version of the traditional "Rainbow Flame" demonstration popularly conducted in chemistry classrooms. Developed by the American Association of Chemistry Teachers.
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