Provide healthy and safe work environments complementary to host eco-systems.

Objective - Improve Work Environment

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STRATEGIES ACTION STEPS WHO WHEN
1. Monitor custodial service contractors to assure the use of cleaning agents that are safe for human health and the environment at the Lacey building. This will occur by 2008 for the other facilities. a. Determine cleaners that are currently used by custodial contractors.
b. Change if appropriate.
Facilities Staff Second 6 months
2. Continue to monitor heating and cooling balance to assure adequate and balanced distribution of conditioned air. a. Identify maintenance plan for air balancing.
b. Implement plan.
Building Services First 6 months
3. Eliminate the use of scented products, the use of pesticides, and cleaning products not provided by the agency. a. Identify offending products.
b. Notify employees to terminate use.
Building Services, Indoor Work Environment Committee, Regional Sustainability Teams First 6 months
4. Improve custodial practices to eliminate dust, particulate and toxic residue build-up. a. Deep clean Lacey Building.
b. Establish and maintain cleaning schedule.
c. Work on employee housekeeping practices to allow regular cleaning.
d. Monitor
Building Services, Regional Sustainability Teams First 6 months

Anticipated Outcomes

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