410 IAC 33-4-8 Chemicals

Sec. 8. (a) Student exposure to chemicals must be kept to a minimum. When evaluating student exposures, the more stringent of National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) limits or Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) limits must be used. (b) Where chemicals are used during class, such as, but not limited to, chemistry, biology, and shop classes, appropriate ventilation, such as a local exhaust system, must be used to minimize students' exposure to these chemicals. (c) The school shall adopt and enforce a policy that minimizes student and staff exposure to chemicals.