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The Board of Education believes
that the employees and students of this District, as well as visitors, are
entitled to function in an environment as free from hazards as can
reasonably be provided. In this regard and in accordance with law, the
Board will provide reasonable and adequate protection to the lives,
safety, and health of its employees and students, in compliance with
Federal and State laws and regulations.
The Superintendent shall be responsible for the maintenance of standards
in the facilities to prevent accidents and to minimize their consequences.
S/He shall designate an employee who shall conduct periodic audits of
health and safety conditions within the facilities of the District in
accordance with the Federal OSHA standards adopted by the State, and take
appropriate action on any violations thereof to the Superintendent.
The Superintendent shall ascertain that the employees and students of this
District are aware of their rights to an environment free of recognized
hazards, that they are properly trained in safety methods, that protective
devices and equipment are available to meet safety standards, and that
proper rules and records are maintained to meet the requirements of the
law.
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