Massachusetts Agency Contacts
MASSACHUSETTS AGENCY RESOURCES FOR SCHOOLS
Massachusetts Office of Technical Assistance for Toxics Use Reduction (OTA)
OTA will look for ways to reduce chemical use at your facility, in order to improve safety and reduce impacts on indoor air and the environment. The office will also advise on compliance with environmental rules. Phone - (617) 626-1061.
Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH)
DPH will conduct indoor air evaluations of school buildings on request. Phone - (617) 624-5757.
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
DEP will provide environmental health and safety training to school personnel. Phone - (617) 292-5587.
Massachusetts Division of Occupational Safety (DOS)
DOS provides testing if indoor air quality is of concern to teachers or staff. They also provide assistance concerning inspection and asbestos removal and advise workers concerning health and safety issues. Phone - (617) 969-7177.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
EPA provides educational materials such as "Tools for Schools" , a self-help kit. Phone - (617) 918- 1639 or (617) 918-1528. http://www.epa.gov/region01/eco/iaq/index.html
This page updated Tuesday November 29 2005