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Health and Safety Evaluation of School Buildings
The purpose of this evaluation is for the health and safety of students and staff even in the absence of a specific statute or code. The Health and Safety Evaluation of School Buildings Checklist Facilities review is for the evaluation of school buildings including:
- Traditional public school districts (owned or leased)
- Private schools for the disabled, charter schools
- Renaissance school projects
- Any other school settings
These checklist items cover regulations issued by:
- New Jersey Department of Education
- New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
The items listed on the Health and Safety Evaluation of School Buildings Checklist are not mutually exclusive of other findings a monitor/inspector may site.
The checklist must be completed annually by appropriate district personnel and kept on file for inspection or other legal issues. The Statement of Assurance must be submitted annually to the County Office of Education by January 30.