MITIGATION: Hazard Inventory

Taking stock of potential risks prior to an incident, and taking steps to reinforce discovered vulnerabilities, can greatly reduce the
magnitude of destruction should an incident occur. Take into account the location of your school and assess the likelihood of various
hazardsis your region prone to flooding? Wildfires? Earthquakes? Are you in a region with a higher likelihood of human threats
(terrorism, etc.)? Consider the examples below, and complete a Hazard Inventory Guide for your school.

External Awareness:
Tip: Use Google Maps (Maps.Google.com), a similar website, or physical map to locate your school.
What potential external hazards exist in the vicinity of your school?
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Major highways- Traffic emissions, construction hazards, toxic material spills, rerouting physical traffic, etc.
Bodies of Water: Flood-related hazards (Water damage, raw sewage overflow, etc.) contamination of water supply
Railroads: Hazardous material transport accidents, fires, etc.
Nuclear/Power Plants: Accidental malfunction, intentional human disaster (terrorism, etc.)

Internal Awareness:
Survey school property, hallways, and classrooms for potential hazards.
Examples:
Windows:

Can windows withstand extreme weather incidents?

Are there adequate window coverings in a lockdown?
Can window coverings prevent glass expulsion should a window shatter?
Do window open properly?
Can all windows lock?

Do exterior doors lock?

How are they accessed by faculty and staff?

Doors:

 Which way do classroom doors open?

Can classroom doors be barricaded in a lockdown?
Do door locks work/ can classroom doors be locked from the inside?
Are there coverings for door windows to prevent visibility into a classroom?
Building/Maintenance:
Are all walls, doors, floors, etc. structurally sound?
Are hazardous materials stored in the school/are they properly stored and maintained?
Are outlets/electrical wires within reach of children?
Is there water damage/mold/leaks present in ceilings?
Are parking lots, sidewalks, points of exit/entrance well-maintained and clear/accessible?
Are any exists obstructed/inaccessible?
Classrooms:
Are student desks arranged to promote mobility in case of evacuation?
Are student desks able to be moved away from windows in weather emergencies?
Is there a location inside the classroom where all students can be out of view from the hallway and/or exterior
windows?
Are backpacks/lunchboxes/ personal items stored off the floor/out of the walking path of others?
Are cabinets/fixtures secured properly?
Are there at least two exits?
Can items in the classroom be used to barricade the door/point of entry?
Where is the phone located? Is it possible to remain on the phone while staying out of sight from
hallways/windows?
Are there any hazardous materials/items within reach of children?

Reference Materials:
Boehmer, T., Foster, S., & Henry, J. (2013). Residential Proximity to Major Highways United States, 2010. Retrieved June 28, 2016, from
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/su6203a8.htm
(NCEF) National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities. (n.d.). Mitigating Hazards in School Facilities. Retrieved June 29, 2016, from
https://emilms.fema.gov/IS362a/assets/Mitigating_Hazards.pdf

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SCHOOL NAME:
DATE:
PREPARED BY:

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Hazard Type
Ex:
Flood

Likelihood
(1-5)

Impacted Areas

Current Vulnerabilities

Suggestions

Basement, first floor

classrooms,

Electrical wires on basement

floor, student records stored
in basement could be
destroyed

Secure wires to beams and

ensure proper insulation
Redundant filing at district
office location

Hazard Type

Likelihood
(1-5)

Impacted Areas

Current Vulnerabilities

Suggestions

CONCLUSIONS:
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