While custodians typically clean the classroom, as a teacher you can also play an important role in promoting and maintaining classroom cleanliness. The presence of dirt, moisture, and warmth also stimulates the growth of molds and other biological contaminants. The overuse or improper use of pesticides for secondary control of insects, vermin, and head lice can cause IAQ problems. Request that unit ventilator be cleaned and filter replaced if spilled liquid goes into the unit. Report previous spills on carpets or in unit ventilators because they can affect current indoor air quality.
Classroom is clean.
Classroom is dusted and vacuumed thoroughly and regularly. Trash is removed daily. Food is not kept in classroom overnight. Animal food, if any, is stored in tightly sealed containers. Room is free of pests.