Safety information is discussed and outlined in this guide. Areas include: (1) general laboratory safety rules; (2) general rules and guidelines for animals in the elementary classroom; (3) general guidelines for the physical sciences; (4) general rules for using animals in investigations, with specifics on the care and handling of mammals, reptiles, insects/spiders, protozoans, and preserved specimens; (5) precautions when using plants; (6) earth science guidelines; (7) field trip guidelines; (8) alphabetical list of hazardous or incompatible chemicals likely to be encountered by students; (9) special instructions relating to glass, x-ray equipment, model rockets, radioisotopes, non-ionizing radiation, lasers, and electricity and electronic equipment; (10) storage, labeling, and disposal of chemicals; (11) list of basic first aid supplies; (12) first aid procedures; and (13) laboratory safety checklist. (SK)