Policy topic

Enforcement

Provisions (2)

STD.5.10Chemicals & Hazardous Materials

ADEM Oversight of Hazardous Materials Requirements

The Alabama Department of Environmental Management enforces applicable federal hazardous-materials requirements affecting school facilities, including asbestos, lead-based paint, and hazardous-waste requirements.

Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 34–35 · Ala. Code § 22-22A-4; Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA); Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) +1 more

CMP.12Enforcement

Closure of Facility for Uncorrected Safety Hazards

When identified fire hazards or unsafe structural conditions are not addressed, an Alabama public school facility may be declared unsafe and closed until corrective action is taken.

Alabama State Profile (2025), printed p. 33 · Ala. Code § 16-1-2(4)

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