The teaching of shop safety is important to establish a foundation of safe work practices and a safety attitude. Lessons in general shop safety will not eliminate all injuries but hopefully lessen the quantity and severity. The methodology of teaching shop safety encompasses guidelines and practices designed to prevent accidents, injuries, damage to equipment, and damage to projects. Whether you teach woodshop, metalshop, automotive, or any one of the multitude of trades, implementing the practice of assessing your shop safety instructional methodologies is important for the student as well as the teacher.
This session will discuss developing a "pattern of safety," communicate the need for proper documentation, identify effective methodologies for safety instruction, and reflect upon current practices.
Target audience: New teachers seeking information about developing a safe work environment for students and veteran teaches wanting to check their practice.
