Welcome to the Digital Laboratory Health and Safety Escape Game, an interactive learning experience designed to introduce students to essential laboratory safety principles in a fun, engaging, and immersive way.
Rather than simply reading about safety procedures, students become active participants in a series of challenges, puzzles, and decision-making scenarios that mirror situations they may encounter in a real laboratory environment.
As they progress through the game, students must identify hazards, select appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), follow correct laboratory procedures, interpret safety signage, manage chemical risks, and respond appropriately to potential incidents.
Each challenge provides clues that unlock the next stage of the escape game, encouraging critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while reinforcing safe laboratory practice.
What Will Students Learn?
By completing the escape game, students will develop:
- Awareness of laboratory hazards, including chemical, biological, physical, and equipment-related risks.
- Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and when specific items should or should not be used.
- Understanding of laboratory rules and procedures, including safe conduct and emergency protocols.
- Recognition of safety symbols and warning signs commonly found in laboratory settings.
- Safe handling and disposal practices for chemicals, biological materials, and laboratory waste.
- Critical thinking and decision-making skills through scenario-based problem solving.
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- Staff Member: Owen Ibbs
Course Duration: 30 minutes
Skill Level: Beginner