7230.2
New Construction
Indoor Air Quality
The
Board of Education recognizes that the maintenance of acceptable temperature,
relative humidity and adequate fresh air ventilation in school buildings is a
primary objective in the creation and maintenance of an optimal learning
environment.
Indoor Air Quality in Existing Facilities
The
Superintendent or his/her designee shall implement an indoor air quality
program that provides for ongoing maintenance and facility reviews, in
accordance with all applicable state statutes, necessary for the maintenance
and improvement of the indoor air quality of all District facilities.
New
construction or renovations should meet or exceed ASHRAE 62-1999 (American
Society of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Engineers). This standard
considers chemical, physical and biological contaminants that can effect air
quality.
The
District shall report annually, in a manner as required, to the Commissioner of
Education on the condition of its facilities, its long range facilities
program, and on its air quality program.
Prior
to January 1, 2008 and every five (5) years thereafter, for any District
facility that has been constructed, extended, renovated or replaced on or after
January 1, 2003, the Board of Education shall provide for a uniform inspection
and evaluation program of indoor air quality within such buildings, such as the
Environmental Protection Agency’s Indoor Air Quality Tools for Schools Program.
Legal Reference: Connecticut
General Statutes
10-220
Duties of boards of education.
10-291
Approval of plans and site. Expense limit.
10-292 Review of
final plans by Commissioner of Education. Exceptions; role of local officials.
P.A.
03-220 An Act Concerning Indoor Air Quality in Schools.
Policy adopted: February
8, 2005 EAST
HADDAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Moodus,
Connecticut