Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 28 - EDUCATION
Part CXXXIII - Bulletin 1674 - Safety Manual for Career and Technical Education Programs
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Section CXXXIII-101 - Purpose

A. Rapid changes are occurring in our world and economy. The increasing complexity of work that spans the entire work force of today's society demands that education for all students be made more relevant and useful to future careers.

B. To prepare Louisiana Agricultural Education, Technology Education and Trade and Industrial Education Students to meet the demands of society and the workplace in the twenty-first century, industry-based certification standards were developed to address content knowledge and the application of skills. These standards focus on what students should know, be able to do, and be able to demonstrate in the workplace. They promote and develop critical thinking processes, which students will use in the classroom and real work applications, address the diversity of educational needs of Louisiana students enrolled in Career and Technical Education courses, and address industry-based certification programs for employability. This must be accomplished in a safe environment.

C. The Safety Manual for Career and Technical Programs was written to fulfill the need for an up-to-date industry-based practical educational resource that focuses upon the needs of teachers, supervisors, and students involved in laboratory instruction at the secondary level in Louisiana public schools. It is also intended for use in:

D. Louisiana has made significant strides toward improving the education of our children. Our goal is to build our strengths as we continue to improve education in our state. By developing rigorous standards and challenging assessments that align with industry-based standards and by holding schools accountable for results, we are ensuring a better future for our children.