OCSD Policies

Adoption Date: 08/10/1999
5000 - NON-INSTRUCTIONAL/BUSINESS OPERATIONS

NON-INSTRUCTIONAL OPERATIONS
5631 Reporting of Hazards and Handling of Toxic Substances by Employees

Reporting Of Hazards

The Board of Education recognizes its responsibility to provide an environment which is reasonably secure from know hazards. The Board therefore directs the Superintendent of Schools and all professional and support staff members to comply with occupational safety and health regulations, including the Hazard Communication Standard and “Right-to-Know” legislation.

The Board of Education recognizes the need to protect human health and the environment from damage resulting from the improper handling of hazardous wastes.

The management of hazardous waste from its point of generation to the ultimate disposal is regulated through specific Federal and State laws.

The Board directs the Superintendent to adopt rules to insure District implementation of applicable Federal and State laws pertaining to the identification, transportation, treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous wastes.

Policy References:
Environmental Protection Agency 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 261 & 262 6 New York Code of Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) Part 371

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