Facilities and Maintenance Personnel

Facilities personnel (e.g., facilities managers, custodians, and anyone dealing with cleaning and maintenance supplies) are instrumental in a chemical management program. It is important for personnel to be trained on proper chemical management because a successful program is not limited to chemicals used in the classroom, but also includes chemicals found in maintenance and cleaning supplies.

Facilities personnel can help implement and maintain a chemical management program by:

Complying with state and local purchasing, use, storage and disposal guidelines;
Ensuring that all facility maintenance staff members receive effective training and have the tools needed to keep school facilities in good condition;
Building awareness of the issue with others in the school system;
Obtaining support at all levels within the school to address chemical use and management;
Working cooperatively with district wide contacts (superintendent, facility manager, etc.);
Becoming involved in policy development associated with chemicals; and
Purchasing and using less toxic cleaners. Visit the Resources page for more information on safer cleaning products.

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