Australia's Science Forum

Hi Conference Ladies, Very excited about the conference in November. I enjoy it every year. One thing I am very stressed about and I know it was a big concern for a few labbies last year is "Risk Assessments". I work in the Public System and I am under the belief that as long as I follow t...

I am also looking forward to a couple of new science labs - one day.

One problem that another local school found when they received their new labs - NO TEACHERS BENCH / Or DEMO BENCH.

That is something they were NOT happy about.

Lab-woman

Hi Everyone, Are there any "local" casuals out there would like a weeks work as the Lab Assistant at Albion Park High School. I am having a lot of trouble finding someone to relieve me. Obviously must having Science experience. 7th April to 11th April 2014. Please give school a call on 02 ...

Hi Everyone,

Is it required that we keep the exhaust fan in our Chemical Store Rooms on at all times?

Or do we just turn it on if we enter the room? And then off again as we leave.

What is "the Rule" that we should be following?

Thanks

Hi Everyone, I was just wondering what everyone else does regarding "cleaning the teachers labs". I go in the labs once a week to make sure all of the equipment required is in there. I also top up the paper towel, cleaning cloths etc. But... Is it our job to remove all of the graffiti from...

Simple question - Is Naphthalene banned in det schools?

I was told it was by someone, although I cannot remember who.

Hi everyone,

We are looking to buy some new binocular microscopes. Any of you bought any lately that you can highly recommend? If so, what type, where from and most importantly, how much?

Thanks so much.

Hi Everyone, The teacher used the recipe on the attached "science company website" using sodium silicate and ethyl alcohol. It worked a treat and was very easy to make. She has now done the prac numerous times over the last week and was very happy - as were the kids. Thank you to everyone ...

Hi Everyone,

We would like to make some bouncy balls. Have tried with pva glue, borax and cornflour, but no success. Could someone please message back with an exact recipe that is tried and trusted.

Thank you so much.

Lab Woman

Hi everyone,

Just wondering how I dispose of manganese dioxide that has been mixed with hydrogen peroxide. I only have a very small amount and I couldnt find anything in the CSIS area on disposals.

Also, is Manganese Dioxide still for years 7 to 12? Or is it seniors only now?

Thanks heaps everyone.

Hi Everyone,

I am desperate. I have been asked to make up the solutions for the iodine clock by period 5 today.

I HAVE NO IDEA!!!! Tried looking it up on site but link wont open.

PLEASE HELP.

Hi Hayley,

I think it is the teachers job to tell you exactly what it is and what "they" need. Thats why they are paid the big bucks!!

Hi everyone,

We have quite a few transformers/power packs that need repairing. Does anyone know how much it costs to have one repaired and who does the repairs??

Thanks.

Hi everyone,

I was told by a teacher today that it was in my Job Description that I had to show all "new" teachers how all of the science equipment works.

Dont get me wrong - there is no one more helpful to new teachers than myself, but is it part of our job description?????

Thanks.

Hi there,

I am just wondering why the lab assistants are cutting thru the celery. Isnt that the teachers job? I just buy the celery and leave it in the tub with the scalpels for the teacher??? I would have thought the teacher and the kids do the cutting.

After a lot of trying to figure it out myself, I have finally found the Serrata Catalogue in Smartbuy.

I telephoned smartbuy and spoke to a wonderful man called Michael, who helped me through it slowly, step by step.

The phone no for anyone interested is: 1300 338 289.

Good Luck.

Thanks I am happy to use Serrata. Do any of you go straight onto the smartbuy website to order or do you look at the catalogue "book" that we all have a copy of and then type up your order form and forward onto your front office? Like I said "Smartbuy" doesnt seem to be very user...

Hi everyone,

Who are you ordering your chemicals from these days? I know we now have to go throught Smartbuy but I dont find it really user friendly. Is it just me??

I have to do quite a large order of chemicals urgently. Please please help!!!

Hi Kim,

Am I too late?

susie.jones@det.nsw.edu.au

Thanks Kim

No air conditioners in Albion Park High School - except one in the suspension centre.