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Policy 417 - Employee Right to Know Exposure to Hazardous Substances

I. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to provide school district employees a place of employment and conditions of employment free from recognized hazards that are likely to cause death, serious injury or harm. 

II. General Statement of Policy

A.  The School Board directs the administration to establish a health and safety program to address these recognized hazards.  Information and training will be provided to employees who may be routinely exposed to a hazardous substance, harmful physical agent or infectious agent, or blood-borne pathogen.
 

Legal References

  • Minn. Stat. Ch. 182 (Occupational Safety and Health)
  • Minn. Rules Ch. 5205 (Safety and Health Standards) 
  • Minn. Rules Ch. 5206 (Employee Right to Know Standards) 
  • 29 C.F.R. § 1910.1050, App. B (Substance Technical Guidelines)
     

Adoption and Amendment History

  • Adopted: July 12, 2004
  • Amended: November 3, 2006
  • Amended: October 14, 2013
  • Amended:     July 11, 2016
  • Last Reviewed: December 9, 2024