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Useful information for departments looking to buy new science equipment.

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A brief list of portable electric tools which may be used in school science, and advice on how to use them safely.

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A short overview of the common methods of water purification in school laboratories, include pros and cons. This will be useful for any teacher or technician looking to buy a new water purification sy.. more

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Guidance on buying electronic balances for use by students up to GCSE and at A Level.

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This guide explains the position regarding written schemes of examination required for the examination of pressure systems under the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) 2014.

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Gloves are not routinely required by technicians, teachers or students carrying out practical work in science. Wear them only when either CLEAPSS guidance requires it or your own risk assessment deems.. more

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Guidance on buying low-voltage power supplies for use by students up to GCSE and at A Level.

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Guidance on buying microscopes for use by students up to GCSE and at A Level.

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Tripods are most often used as supports for gauzes so that containers such as glass beakers and evaporating basins etc can be heated from beneath using a Bunsen burner. Iron or stainless-steel gauzes .. more

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Guidance on buying portable autoclave and pressure cookers.

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Eye protection needs to be worn when there is a risk of injury to the eyes. Not all activities pose such risks, but for those that do, the type of eye protection needed depends on the nature and sever.. more

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