An update of the successful first edition, this handbook adds critical information about safe-school planning and response. It is geared for those involved in school safety planning, preparedness, prevention and mitigation, response, and recovery.

Protective equipment is needed when playing contact sports or conducting experiments. Horsing around in class is a definite 'no' when it comes to keeping safe at school. Full color photos and easy-to-follow takes make learning about safety fun in Safety at School.

In most schools you will probably see one, if not all of the following:Metal detectors to prevent handguns and other weapons from being brought onto school propertyStudents in standardized uniforms to prevent the appearance of gang affiliationsPolice officers patrolling the property to deter violent activity as well as respond to incidentsSuch evol

Did you know that you should never walk behind a school bus? Your bus driver cannot see you there. If you have to walk in front of the bus to get on, stay five big steps from the bus. Find out more about how to be safe at school in School Safety, part of the Safety First series. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. This book comes alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.