Discusses factors leading to the current problem of poorly maintained schools, such as budget and labor cuts and misdirected purchasing policies. Provides an overview of some solutions, such as innovations in cleaning supplies and equipment, and having an integrated system to clean the school district. (EV)

The new school plants contain a great variety of materials and equipment that require a generally higher level of custodial competence. This manual was prepared as a reference guide primarily for custodians. The significant tenets of proper cleaning, cleaning materials, and suggested time schedules form important aspects of the document. (Author)

A broad range of topics deals with the development, maintenance, and full utilization of a healthful school environment, encompassing such areas as--(1) school organizations which affect the student environment, (2) accident prevention, (3) the criteria for healthful food services, (4) physical education and the necessary athletic facilities, (5)…