Chemical demonstrations have played a large part in creating interest in the CWU Chem Club (CWU SA-ACS) and drawing in new members. Although the nature of demos are fun, these various phenomenon lead to a variety of serious hazards that must be well understood to perform in a safe manner. To ensure safety is our top priority, our club devised a 3-part demonstration standard operating procedure (demo-SOP) that includes (1) chemical preparation in the stockroom, (2) chemical presentation in front of the audience, and (3) differentiated learning that explains the demonstration at a K-8 or 9-12 level that align with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). This 3-part demo-SOP provides an excellent quick guide for safely preparing and delivering the demo, the equipment needed, how to properly dispose of the chemical waste, and an age-appropriate explanation of the chemistry involved so that the performed demonstrations are as safe and informative as they are fun!

Central Washington University SA-ACS 2014-2015: Developement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the safe, educational and fun performance of chemistry demonstrations

249th National Meeting (2015)

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