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SAFETY Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions
SCAN AND SUBMIT SIGNED 2021 SAFETY FORM WITH YOUR UPLOADED LOGBOOK
CLICK HERE FOR RESEARCH PLAN GUIDELINES. ALL students need to submit their research plan for teacher approval BEFORE beginning experimentation or BEFORE starting their engineering project.
SEE "HOW TO VIDEO" ON HOME PAGE
| First and Foremost |
The parent and teacher supervising should use his or her best judgment to ensure the safety of the student and any subjects (human or other animals).
NEW FOR 2021 - Projects will not be allowed to participate in the Academy of Science - St. Louis Science Fair that handle or test bacteria, virus, mold, fire or hazardous materials. There will be no handling, sampling or testing of bacteria, virus, mold, fire or hazardous materials allowed. If a student is interested in bacteria, virus, mold, fire or hazardous materials they may submit a research paper in the new "Research Paper Division" where students can study reliable data from university labs, the CDC or other scientific entities.
Students may NOT handle power tools (Power tools cannot be handled by students; but can be handled by parent or teacher).
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IMPORTANT: Parents and teachers assume responsibility |
CLICK HERE TO PRINT OUT 2021 SAFETY FORM
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| Frequently Asked Questions |
Can I….
Q. I would like to study COVID 19.
A. The only way to study COVID 19 is through the new 'RESEARCH PAPER DIVISION." In this division students can study reliable data from university labs, the CDC or other scientitic entities. NO collection of samples or testing by science fair students, parents or teachers is allowed.
Q. Use household cleaners in my experiment?
A. You may use household cleaners as long as all safety procedures on the cleaning packaging are followed. Adult supervision should be provided at all times. Cleaners cannot be mixed - ever. Mixing cleaners may cause a dangerous chemical reaction.
Q. Have people eat or drink (taste test) different food or beverage?
A. Yes, but you should ask about all allergies. A permission form from each student’s parents must be signed before any taste testing is done. These permission forms should be included in the final project. 2021 Consent Form For Human Studies.
Q. Have animals eat or drink different kinds of dog food in various amounts?
A. Yes, but animals should not be harmed in any way and you need written permission from your parent/guardian before experimentation. Parent/guardian supervision is required for all animal experimentation.
Q. Is it ok to have people hit a ball with a bat for various tests?
A. Yes, however, you need a 2021 Consent Form for Human Studies from the parent/guardian and constant supervision by an adult. To prevent injury, the area must be clear from other humans. Participants need to wear a helmet.
Q. Is it ok to work with a partner on my science fair project
A. No, for 2021, all projects will be individual projects with 1 student on a project
Q. Is it ok to send in a class project?
A. Teachers may submit a class project for Grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4. For class projects, the teacher will facilitate the project in class or via zoom or their on-line platform.
Q. Is it ok to have a science fair project where you survey students or adults to find out if they have been bullied, are depressed or have anxiety?
A. No, this type of project is Not allowed - no surveying of students. Instead, a student may submit a research paper in the NEW "Research Paper Division" where students can study reliable data that they have found at places like the CDC our university research sites.
| Questions |
If you have questions, contact your school science teacher.
If you need further assistance, contact
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Fair Director, Academy of Science - St. Louis Science Fair 314-533-8291
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