Regulation 5210 – Hazardous Materials

(Policy 5210)
(Adopted – January 1998)

The District will follow procedures outlined below in order to comply with the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA):

1. Contract with accredited/certified agencies to conduct inspections of school buildings for asbestos-containing materials.
2. Follow recommended procedures to control the release of asbestos fibers upon completion of asbestos inspections.
3. Develop a management plan which lists corrective steps and long-range maintenance of asbestos control procedures. This report shall be made available to the public and filed with appropriate state agencies.
4. Post warnings on all areas containing asbestos and notify students, parents, and employees regarding the afflicted areas.