Instruction

6114.5-AR

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER

(Rain, Smog, Fog, Wind)

 

A.      Purpose and Scope

To set forth a uniform general policy concerning inclement weather procedure

B.     General

In most cases schools will be notified when conditions exist such that action must be taken; however, independent discretion must be exercised when weather conditions have affected one school to a greater extent than others (i.e., access roads washed out or buildings damaged).

C.     Forms Used and Additional References

Please see exhibit 6114.5 Activity Curtailment/Smog Alerts

D.     Procedure

1.      Air Pollution:

a.      Should air quality deteriorate to such a level that activity must be curtailed, the Risk Management department which monitors air quality alerts, will notify Administration which will in turn notify school principals as to the alert and what steps should be taken.

b.      The district shall abide by official South Coast Air Quality Management District policies as they develop

2.      Rain, Fog, Wind:

a.      In the event that rain, fog, or wind poses a significant district-wide safety hazard, Administration will notify school principals as far in advance as possible of the danger and the steps to be taken.

b.      In the event that rain, fog, or wind affects one school so that in the judgment of the principal a safety problem exists, the principal shall inform the superintendent of the problem and his recommendations, and appropriate action will be arranged.

E.     Reports Required

None

F.      Record Retention

None

G.     Responsible Administrative Unit

Assistant Superintendent, Personnel Services

H.     Approved by:

 

John Mullender

3/6/78

Keith T. Larick

3/6/78

Responsible Division Head

Date

Superintendent

Date