Mitigating Hazards in School Facilities (4 pages)

Describes a process for assessing the safety and security of school buildings and grounds, making a hazard mitigation plan, and implementing the plan.

The following 25 NCEF Assessment Guides supplement this publication; they may be downloaded separately for use in the assessment process:

School Grounds and Site Access Control (11 pages)

Outdoor Athletic Facilities and Playgrounds (3 pages)

Building Access Control: Entry Doors, Windows, Walls, Roofs (5 pages)

Entry and Reception Areas (3 pages)

Corridors, Interior Doors, and Lockers (4 pages)

Stairs and Stairwells (1 page)

Elevators (1 page)

Exitways (2 pages)

Classrooms (4 pages)

Portable Classrooms (2 pages)

Art, Music, and Dance Rooms (2 pages)

Labs, Shops, and Computer Rooms (2 pages)

Offices, Workrooms, and Conference Rooms (2 pages)

Food Service Areas and Student Commons (2 pages)

Restrooms (2 pages)

Library/Media Center (2 pages)

Health Services Center (1 page)

Auditorium/Theater/Performing Arts Center (2 page)

Indoor Athletic Facilities (2 pages)

Emergency Communications, Power, Fuel, and Water (2 pages)

Security and Surveillance Systems (2 pages)

Fire Alarm and Control Systems (1 page)

Mechanical Systems (2 pages)

Custodial and Equipment Rooms(1 page)

Areas of Refuge/Community Shelter (2 pages)

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