The Minnesota Department of Health developed this guidance at the request of the Minnesota Department of Children, Families and Learning. The goal of the document is to assist school district staff of Minnesota public schools in responding to problems related to indoor mold. Its focus is on practical, cost-effective methods to identify indoor mold…

Describes how one school district saved money, simplified carpet maintenance, and kept its carpets clean by trying a new dry compound carpet care method. (MD)

The operation and maintenance (O&M) of public school buildings and equipment has become more complex over the years, requiring increased training of personnel, more responsible management, and greater expenditure of school resources. This monograph provides basic guidelines for establishing a program to respond to these administrative…

Effective and efficient management of school district custodial and maintenance services can be achieved by contracting out these services. A competent management company will offer a computerized management system and a complete training program. Prospective management companies should also offer management and cost controls. (MLF)

This workbook is designed to meet the energy planning needs of colleges and universities in organizing, developing, and implementing an energy management program based on individual campus needs. The workbook is organized into three sections which address diagnosis, program development, and implementation. By using the exercises provided, campus…