QR Challenge: Lab Safety Scavenger Hunt

Created using the ClassTools QR Treasure Hunt Generator

Teacher Notes

A. Prior to the lesson:

1. Arrange students into groups. Each group needs at least ONE person who has a mobile device.

2. If their phone camera doesn't automatically detect and decode QR codes, ask students to

• Download a QR reader (e.g. I-Nigma | NeoReader | Kaywa) onto their mobile devices
• Bring these devices into the lesson.

3. Print out the QR codes.

4. Cut them out and place them around your class / school.

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B. The lesson:

1. Give each group a clipboard and a piece of paper so they can write down the decoded questions and their answers to them.

2. Explain to the students that the codes are hidden around the school. Each team will get ONE point for each question they correctly decode and copy down onto their sheet, and a further TWO points if they can then provide the correct answer and write this down underneath the question.

3. Away they go! The winner is the first team to return with the most correct answers in the time available. This could be within a lesson, or during a lunchbreak, or even over several days!

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C. TIPS / OTHER IDEAS

4. A detailed case study in how to set up a successful QR Scavenger Hunt using this tool can be found here.

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Questions / Answers (teacher reference)

Question	Answer
1. An eye wash station is used in a case of emergency involving the eyes. If you get something in your eyes, you should immediately go to the eye wash station and wash your eyes for 15-20 minutes. After this, you should seek medical attention.1	a
2. Next, find the safety equipment that should be used if someone is cut during a lab.2	a
3. Excellent job! The first aid kit is used to help minor injuries sustained during a lab. In the first aid kit you will find band aids, gauze, tape, gloves, and step by step instructions to deal with an injury. Remember, if you or a lab partner are ever injured during a lab, makes sure to notify your instructor immediately.3	a
4. Next, find the sign that discusses the equipment that should be used in the case of a fire.4	a
5. Great! The fire extinguisher is used to put out small fires in the lab. It is best to let the instructor handle the fire extinguisher if necessary. The most important thing is to remain calm in the case of a fire and listen for your instructor’s directions.5	a
6. Next, this safety equipment has a cousin that you might use to keep you warm on a cold evening.6	a
7. Fabulous! The fire blanket is no ordinary blanket. This should be used if someone is on fire in the lab.7	a
8. Next, this is no ordinary shower.8	a

 

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