School Board Work Session — po 8400 Environmental Health and Safety Issues

AI Summary

The Collier County School Board adopted Policy 8400 on Environmental Health and Safety to ensure all students, employees, and visitors are protected in safe, healthy environments on school property and at school events. The policy requires the Superintendent to develop and enforce comprehensive safety programs including hazard identification, emergency preparedness, facility inspections, and corrective maintenance. Key areas covered include student transportation safety, workplace health standards, accident investigation, pollution prevention, and indoor air quality monitoring—with particular attention to preventing mold growth, reducing diesel bus exhaust, and banning federally-phased-out chemicals from school property.