Where do I report an emergency at a school or District office?

Emergencies should be reported immediately to an emergency operator by calling 9-1-1 and School Police at (213) 625-6631.

Where can I report a non-emergency health and safety concern?

Any health and safety concerns regarding LAUSD sites can be reported to OEHS by calling the Duty Officer at (213) 241-3199 or by using the OEHS website Questions & Complaints page.

Who is the Environmental Health & Safety Officer (EHSO) assigned to my School or Local District?

You may refer to the OEHS website Contacts page or call the Duty Officer at (213) 241-3199 to find out who the designated EHSO is. The website also lists contact information for each of the health and safety programs managed by OEHS.

Are health and safety inspections conducted at all LAUSD schools and are inspection reports available to the public?

Yes, OEHS conducts comprehensive health and safety inspections at all LAUSD schools on a regular basis. The schools with poor compliance ratings are inspected more frequently than those with good compliance ratings. The Health & Safety Inspection reports are posted on our website and can be accessed on the School Inspection Results page.

How can I obtain a copy of an Environmental Impact Reports (EIR) for a proposed school in my neighborhood?

A variety of reports pertaining to new and existing schools including EIR reports can be viewed at the LAUSD Facilities Services website at LAUSD School & School Projects page.

What resources are available to schools for emergency preparedness?

Each year site administrators prepare a Safe School Plan as required by the California Education Code. This plan includes emergency procedures, violence prevention, crisis management, and student and employee safety. A standard template is provided to each school with District protocols and is updated annually with site specific information. Instructions for preparing and updating this plan can be found in Reference Guide 1242.4 (*.pdf)  on the OEHS website.

How do I request emergency preparedness supplies for my school?

You may contact Bob Spears, Assistant Director, at (213) 241-3889 to request emergency supplies (such as water barrels, first aid kits, search and rescue kits, etc.) for any District site.

How do I get a recycling program started at my school or office?

For assistance in starting up a recycling program or to address questions regarding an existing program you may contact Soe Aung, Environmental Compliance Manager, at (213) 241-3199. LAUSD currently recycles a variety of products including paper, aluminum cans, glass bottles, plastics, toner cartridges, old furniture and electronics and yard waste.

Where can I get information about chemical products approved for use in LAUSD schools and offices?

A list of approved chemical products can be accessed on the Chemical Product Review page. To request an evaluation of a new product, please complete and submit the OEHS Chemical Evaluation Request Form (*.pdf)  which can also be found on the website.

Who do I contact if I am a vendor with a product I would like to be considered for use in LAUSD schools or offices?

Vendors should contact LAUSD Procurement Services Branch at (562) 654-9007 or visit the Procurement Services website.

Where can I get information on traffic safety & pedestrian routes for my school?

Contact Bradley Smith, Principal Safety Officer, at (213) 241-3199 for assistance with traffic safety issues.   You may also find information on pedestrian routes to individual schools on the Safe Routes to Schools page .

Where can I get copies of health and safety-related documents issued by the District?

Most health and safety-related documents are available on the OEHS website under the Documents link.

How do I sign-up for Asbestos Awareness Training?

OEHS provides asbestos awareness training to District staff on a monthly basis. Supervisors may register staff for this training on the Asbestos Awareness Training page. A list of available training dates and locations is provided.

How do I request a pick-up of Hazardous Waste/Materials from my school or office?

Hazardous materials require special handling and disposal. Please complete and e-mail the OEHS Request for Hazardous Waste/Materials Pick-Up form (*.pdf)  Reader 8.1 is required to save and submit this form.

Who do I need to contact for information on LAUSD's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program?

The District has zero-tolerance policy on drug and alcohol use.  OEHS is responsible for overseeing the District's Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program for employees performing safety-sensitive duties.  For more information on this program, please contact Christian Valtierra at (213) 241-3199.

Who do I need to contact for information on LAUSD's Medical Surveillance Program?

OEHS is responsible for overseeing the District's Medical Surveillance Program for employees who could potentially be exposed to asbestos and lead while performing their job duties.  For more information on this program, please contact Alex Zamora at (213) 241-3199.