Fantastic Fossils
Dig up a dinosaur and make your own fossil in this fun exploration of early life on Earth. Bones, tracks, dung; what evidence do animals and plants leave behind and how can these be preserved? What do fossils tell us about the rocks in which they were found? What do fossils tell us about the environments in which the original organisms lived . Do fossils offer evidence for evolution by natural selection.
Risk Assessment
| Activity | Hazard | Precaution | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Find the dinosaur | Sand | Must use children's play sand | Very low |
| Make a fossil | Plaster of Paris is not recognized by CLEAPS as a hazard, but the dry powder is an irritant. It is non-hazardous once hydrated. | Activity supervised by explainer or teacher. Safety glasses worn. Powder handled with spoons or spatuale. Spillages wiped up with damp cloth. Gloves available for anyone known to have sensitive skin. | Low |
| Build a dinosaur | Non-hazardous | None | |
| Fossil ID | Non-hazardous | None | |
| Making fossil moulds (Technicians only) | Liquid Latex | Harmful if swallowed. | Low |
| Making fossil moulds (Technicians only) | Latex Thickener | Harmful if swallowed. | Low |
