Spring-Summer Health & Safety Checklist

As the school year wraps up and summer brings new priorities, staying on top of health and safety requirements can still be a challenge. This checklist is designed to make it easier—offering a clear framework to help you schedule, track, and complete key tasks during this transition and into the months ahead. The suggested timing serves as a guide, giving your district the flexibility to adjust based on your needs. And remember, you don’t have to manage it alone—Resource Training & Solutions’ Health & Safety team is here to partner with you, providing expert guidance and support to help keep your schools safe, compliant, and ready for the next school year.

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April

• Asbestos conduct surveillance (due July 9)
• Test Fume Hood for velocity and post fume hood results on hood (every 6 months)
• Tornado Awareness Month
• Lead in Water flushing scheduled and records maintained if applicable
  
  • Test results reviewed and actions taken if applicable

May

• OSHA 300 Log may be taken down from each site (retain 5 years)
• Indoor Air Quality (“IAQ”) Program Review
• Personal Protective Equipment program review
  
  • Survey Facilities for PPE use, needs, storage and type

June

• Custodial/Custodial Maintenance Training
  
  • Complete annual safety training to affected staff on required topics
• Fire Drills – Summer Programs including Childcare Programs – require a minimum of two additional fire drills during summer session.

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July

• Asbestos six-month asbestos surveillance due.
• Asbestos Annual Notification Distributed to Parents/Guardians/Staff at every school building. (includes those with no asbestos)
• OPTIONAL Indoor Air Quality Annual Notification Distributed to Parents/Guardians/Staff
• Integrated Pest Management Annual Notification Distributed to Parents/Guardians/Staff
• All ten-year plan documentation is to be approved by the school board prior to submitting to MDE for commissioner approval. Submit board approved ten-year plans to mde.facilities@state.mn.us by July 31.
• Test Fume Hood for velocity and post fume hood results on hood (every 6 months)

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August

• Schedule repairs for any damaged asbestos that was noted in your AHERA re-inspection
• Schedule your Annual Management Assistance Safety Inspection.
  
  • Survey Facilities for Potential OSHA Violations
• AWAIR Training for New Staff – emphasis on safety committee
• BBP Training for New Staff (within 10 days of employment) and Refresher Training for Affected Employees
• Offer and document Hepatitis B Vaccinations
• Employee Right-to-Know Training for New Staff and Refresher Training for Affected Employees – Document all training. Verify training & chemical labeling up to OSHA’s new Globally Harmonized System standards.
• Asbestos Awareness 2- Hour Training for Custodial Maintenance Staff -if applicable.
• Additionally, new staff hires must also be offered a free titer validation. (healthcare/1^st responders)

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Explore our full range of services and connect with our team at www.resourcecoop-mn.gov/health-safety.

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For More Information, Please Contact:

Josh Baumann

Project Coordinator

jbaumann@resourcecoop-mn.gov

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