Buildings & Grounds

In accordance with the federal Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), Cook County School District 130 maintains an Asbestos Management Plan for each school building owned or occupied by the District.

These management plans identify the location, condition, and status of asbestos-containing building materials and document the District's ongoing inspection, surveillance, response actions, and maintenance activities. The District continues to comply with all federal and state requirements designed to ensure a safe and healthy learning and working environment for students, staff, and visitors.

The District conducts periodic surveillance of known or assumed asbestos-containing materials every six months and arranges for a comprehensive re-inspection by an accredited asbestos inspector every three years, as required by federal law. Any response actions or asbestos-related activities are performed in accordance with applicable environmental regulations using properly trained and licensed personnel.

Copies of each school's Asbestos Management Plan are available for public inspection during normal business hours by appointment.

Questions or Requests
Questions regarding the District's Asbestos Management Plan or requests to review a management plan may be directed to:

William O'Shea
Director of Buildings and Grounds
Cook County School District 130
12300 S. Greenwood Avenue
Blue Island, Illinois 60406
Phone: (708) 385-6800

Office Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Related Information
Additional information regarding asbestos in schools and the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) is available from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

This notice is provided annually in accordance with the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E.

Cook County School District 130 is committed to providing a safe and healthy learning environment for students, staff, and visitors. In accordance with the Illinois Structural Pest Control Act and the Illinois Department of Public Health's Integrated Pest Management (IPM) requirements for schools, the District has implemented an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program for all District facilities.

Integrated Pest Management is a comprehensive approach to pest control that emphasizes prevention, monitoring, sanitation, maintenance, and the use of non-chemical methods whenever practical. When pesticide applications are necessary, the District uses products and application methods that comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

Notification of Pesticide Applications
When pesticide applications are necessary, Cook County School District 130 will provide advance notice to parents, guardians, and staff members who have requested notification, as required by Illinois law.

Advance notice will generally be provided at least two (2) business days before a pesticide application is made at a school or District facility, unless an emergency application is necessary to protect the health or safety of students, staff, or the public.
The notice will include:
•    The date of the planned application.
•    The general location of the application.
•    The name of the pesticide product to be used, when applicable.
•    Any additional information required by law.

Request to Receive Notification
Parents, guardians, and staff members who wish to receive advance notice of pesticide applications may submit a written request to the District. Once enrolled, individuals will remain on the notification list until they request to be removed.

Questions
Questions regarding the District's Integrated Pest Management Program or requests to be added to the pesticide notification list should be directed to:

William O'Shea
Director of Buildings and Grounds
Cook County School District 130
12300 S. Greenwood Avenue
Blue Island, Illinois 60406
Phone: (708) 385-6800

Office Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Related Information
Additional information regarding Integrated Pest Management in Illinois schools is available through the Illinois Department of Public Health.
This notice is provided annually in accordance with the Illinois Structural Pest Control Act and applicable Illinois Department of Public Health regulations.