Environmental Health

Indoor Environmental Quality

NEA and NEA HIN believe that students and staff have the right to a great public school that fosters a safe and healthy learning and working environment. Poor indoor environmental quality (IEQ) caused by mold, poor ventilation, chemicals, extreme temperatures, asbestos, and other pollutants negatively impact the health and achievement of all building occupants. Given that students and staff enter school building and remain there a good portion of the day, the environment should be one of superior IEQ. Learn more

Asthma

Asthma is a leading chronic illness among children and youth in the U.S. and one of the leading causes of school absenteeism,. In 2007, 5.6 million school-aged children and youth (5-17 years old) were reported to currently have asthma. In addition, teachers and custodians have been identified as having higher rates of occupational asthma. Learn more

Cleaning for Health

Cleaning for health is a widely accepted cleaning approach that protects public health, without adversely affecting the health of staff, building occupants, or the environment. Some traditional cleaning products that have been used in schools (and homes) contain ingredients that have been found to be hazardous to human health and the environment. Learn more

Online Training

NEA HIN through the NEA Academy, is now offering online training on a variety of health and safety topics including school indoor environmental quality, asthma, and health literacy. The goal of these courses is to educate NEA members on these important health and safety issues and to provide them with opportunities to recieve professional development credit. Learn more