The author of two chapters in the new history of the Association for Science Education (ASE) gives some insights into the process of writing the book, summarises some of the key messages, explores some of the areas that did not make it into the final text, shares some of the surprises uncovered by the research and reflects on how ASE has changed…

Discusses strategies for managing health and safety within science departments. Emphasizes the importance of risk assessment for both pupil activities and those carried out by technicians. Stresses the role of training and the need for security. (MM)

Emphasizes that students with physical disabilities present different health and safety challenges than those with emotional and behavioral problems. Recommends that teachers consider how model (general) risk assessments in standard safety publications could be modified for the situation in which they are working. (Author/CCM)

Recommends beginning certain chemistry courses with revision and consolidation of mole calculations. Argues that by choosing examples related to health and safety, mole calculations can be made less academic while raising student awareness of important issues. (DDR)

Describes a chemistry "trail" (similar to a nature trail) which focuses on chemical phenomena in the environment. The trail includes 20 stops in and around a local school. Types of phenomena examined include building materials, air pollution, corrosion of metals, swimming pools, and others. Additional activities are also suggested. (DH)