Matthew Langenfeld, Chemical Initiative Coordinator Pollution Prevention and Toxics Unit USEPA Region 8 Langenfeld.Matth

1. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Matthew Langenfeld, Chemical Initiative Coordinator Pollution Prevention and Toxics Unit USEPA Region 8 Langenfeld.Matthew@epa.gov 303-312-6284

2. Matthew Langenfeld Matthew Langenfeld Matthew Langenfeld holds a Masters in Chemistry from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. An environmental professional for 29 years, he has worked in industry and consulted with state and federal governments. He instructed college chemistry laboratory courses and has worked on school chemical cleanout and safety issues with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for nearly 6 yea. During that time, he has helped develop school chemical cleanout programs in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado and South Dakota. His accomplishments include the cleanout of 123,000 pounds of toxic chemicals from 267--88 of these in Indian Country--making schools safer for 96,000 school children.

3. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Purpose  Insure that schools are free from hazards associated with mismanaged chemicals Goals  Professionals will be able to lead workshops for Tribal School administrators, staff and employees  Tribal School Administrators, Teachers, including science and trades teachers, Health and Safety Coordinators, and Facilities Personnel will be committed to and have tools for assuring clean, green and healthy schools for themselves, children and their community

4. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Do we know all the chemicals that may be stored in our schools and how long they have been there? Why should we be concerned about them?

5.     School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout The Problem? There are many chemicals in our schools that may be dangerous to humans and property Unsafe use can contamin- ate air, cause injury or illness, catch fire or even explode

6.   School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout The Result? From 2002-2007 there were 423 toxic chemical spills in elementary or secondary schools in 15 states that resulted in 895 injuries and 11 hospitalizations. 11.02.10 2011

7.     School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout The Cost? A school in Nevada was closed for over two weeks when a vial of liquid mercury spilled Clean-up cost over $100,000.00

8.     School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Out of sight, out of mind Unintended chemical reactions can cause fires, explosions and produce harmful vapors Unmanaged and forgotten stockpiles of chemicals are a danger

9.       School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Chemicals are dispersed throughout the school; adminis- trators are often unaware of the amount, location, age and toxicity of chemicals Staff are not trained to manage risks of hazardous chemicals Most schools don’t have the staff time or budget for chemical storage space and equipment

10.       Why should schools conduct a clean-out? School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Children are more vulnerable to toxic effects of chemicals Children are less likely to be cautious with chemicals and more likely to be curious Unmanaged chemicals increase risk for people and property

11.         School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Making a complete and accurate inventory Determining what chemicals should be properly disposed of due to unsafe health risks Conducting a one time cleanout Support and funding Challenges for School Chemical Management

12.         School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Making a complete and accurate inventory Determining what chemicals should be properly disposed of due to unsafe health risks Conducting a one-day, special focus, cleanout Support and funding Challenges for School Chemical Management

13. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Are there unsafe chemicals or unsafe storage of chemicals in my school needing cleanout?

14.     School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Can cause death or injury Risk to environment Mercury Benzene Potassium Cyanide & Arsenic Acid Toxic Materials

15.     School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Yellow Phosphorus and Potassium Metal Hydrofluoric Acid Radioactive Hazardous Materials Threatens health & environment Ignitable, explosive, corrosive, radioactive

16. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Incompatible Storage Nitric Acid Potassium Hydroxide Sodium Hydroxide

17. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Art Classrooms Ayla Bouvette Metis Artist Bouvette.com

18. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Maintenance Chemicals

19. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout We’ve decided to clean out. What do we do next? Conduct a school wide inventory  Determine chemicals to be properly disposed and make a list Name of the chemical Condition Trade name Leaking? Ingredients Seal broken? Percentages Notes on bottles Phone numbers Weight & volume Container size & type Chemical name, unknown 

20. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Conduct a School Wide Assessment Look everywhere, Inventory everything: 4 Buildings 4 Maintenance 4 Warehouses 4 Grounds 4 Art/Drama Areas 4 Sheds 4 Locked areas 4 Closets 4 Laboratories 4 Shops

21. MSES School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout MSES Chemical Inventory Sheet School Name___________________________________ Contact Name/Phone ____________________________ Chemical Name # Containers Container Size Container Type Physical State Key: G = Glass M = Metal P = Polyethylene F = Fiber L = Liquid S = Solid A = Aerosol R = Residue/Sludge

22. MSES School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout MSES Chemical Inventory Sheet School Name___________________________________ Contact Name/Phone ____________________________ Your School, Somewhere, U.S.A. Susan T. Doe, 555-123-4567 Chemical Name # Containers Container Size Container Type Physical State Sulfuric Acid 60% 2 1 L G L Boric Acid 1 1 Lb F S Sodium Metal in Oil 1 16 Oz G L Broken mercury ther mometer in baggie 1 1 Ga G L Key: G = Glass M = Metal P = Polyethylene F = Fiber L = Liquid S = Solid A = Aerosol R = Residue/Sludge

23. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Obtain Cost Estimates For Proper Disposal of Chemicals Send your inventory to a Waste Broker  Recommended – Get 3 bids Be sure the bidders are capable   Give the bidders date to report back 

24.       School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Remove hazardous chemicals Manage chemical inventories Goals for Schools Promote pollution prevention techniques and best practices to reduce laboratory hazards Isleta Elementary School Photo courtesy of Neil Carter Associates Santa Fe, NM

25. School Chemical Cleanout School Chemical Cleanout Matthew Langenfeld, Chemical Initiative Coordinator Pollution Prevention and Toxics Unit USEPA Region 8 Langenfeld.Matthew@epa.gov 303-312-6284