Start the Year With a Science Safety Rules PowerPoint

Set your young scientists up for scientific success from day one with this engaging and interactive Science Lab Safety Rules PowerPoint, explicitly designed for students in Foundation through Year 2. This teacher-led slideshow introduces lab expectations in a kid-friendly manner, helping young learners understand how to stay safe, take responsibility for their actions, and be prepared to explore during science class.

Teach Seven Important Science Lab Safety Rules With Ease!

This interactive PowerPoint walks students through seven essential science lab safety rules using age-appropriate examples and visuals. You can pause to ask questions, model safe behaviours, and discuss why each rule matters. The following science safety rules are discussed:

• Listen to the teacher.
• Use science tools safely.
• Wear appropriate safety equipment.
• Keep a clean workspace.
• Never taste materials.
• Report accidents immediately.
• Always walk in the lab, no running.

Download Your Lab Safety PowerPoint

This ready-to-use resource is available as a PowerPoint and Google Slides-compatible presentation, making it easy to project, share, and reuse year after year. Simply download, open, and teach—no prep required!

To get your copy, click the dropdown arrow and select your preferred file type.

This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.

More Lab Safety Resources for Early Primary

Looking for more ways to reinforce science safety? Pair this presentation with lab safety worksheets, task cards, or role-play scenarios to keep expectations fresh and support safe science learning all year long.

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