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Twin Rivers Unified School District

Safe Facilities

 
 
 

Facilities are regularly assessed for hazards and compliance issues.  Projects to boost security include lighting upgrades, state-of-the-art lock systems, updated intercoms, 24/7 video surveillance, and more. 

Facility Safety Measures

Facility Safety Measures

Security Measures and Projects

Fencing Project:  All TRUSD schools will have site security perimeter fencing, which include simple locking devices for exterior or interior key access.  
  • Allows for simple gate lock to secure facilities quickly. 
  • Provides exterior or interior key access.
 
Lighting Project:  Replacement and upgrade of interior and exterior lighting.
  • Ensuring fuel efficient LED lights that are a time clock, activating after the sun goes down.
  • Discourages unwanted intruders outside of the school day.
  • Enables clear view of vision for campus monitoring and security. 
 
Keys and Lock Upgrades: Updating classroom site locks to install classroom security lock which will provide the option to lock or unlock the classroom from the inside.  
  • Allows staff to secure the rooms they are in without opening the door.
  • Provides added layer of safety to protect students and staff from intruders.
 
Public Announcement (PA) System Updates:  PA systems are being updated to ensure audio clarity from anyone on the campus. 
  • Ensure clear understanding of instructions and warnings to students and staff anywhere on campus.
  • Limits miscommunication during times of emergency.
 
Background and Fingerprint Checks:  All contractors and consultant who are not physically escorted onto a school campus will have a badge indicating they have been background checked and fingerprinted. 
  • Added layer of protection for students and staff.
 
Camera Project:  District-wide installation of new surveilance cameras with school-wide monitoring and recording capabilities.  This project includes large-screen monitors and high-powered computers for viewing camera activity.  
  • Protect District property by alerting Police Services and Administration to trespassing outside of school hours.
  • Protects students and staff by providing central visibility to activity in public areas on campuses during and after school hours.
  • Camers also increase safety as they serve as a deterrent to illegal or unsafe activity on TRUSD campuses. 

Compliance & Preventative Measures

OPS Meetings:  Bi-annual meetings between District and Site Leadership to identify areas of concern and needed upgrades.
  • Closes communication gaps and ensure quicker identification of safety concerns
  • Assists District leadership in prioritizing projects to ensure safety concerns get addressed quickly.
 
Playground Upgrades: Updates to out-of-date or dangerous playground equipment to ensure safe play areas for students. 
  • Minimizes injuries and accidents due to unsafe equipment.
 
100% DSA Submittal:  School Boards have the option on some facility projects to forego the DSA submittal process.  Twin Rivers has opted to submit all facility projects to DSA to ensure full compliance.
  • Provides safe campus access and navigation to disabled personel.
  • Ensures structures are up to date with the latest requirements.
  • Ensures fire and safety security updates are met.
 
HVAC Upgrades Project:  District-wide update to HVAC systems to ensure classrooms are well ventilated, heated and cooled. 
  • Promotes safe and comfortable learning and working environment. 
 
Preventative Measures:  Twin Rivers conducts ongoing maintenance to facilites as part of our proactive approach to promoting safety at school sites. 
  • Identifies hazards and implements a plan for action to address concerns.
  • Continual inspections prevent leaks and structural damage that could lead to injury and/or illness. 
 
Ongoing Safety Trainings: Employees receive continual training on how to properly utilize equipment.  Safety trainings are conducted and tracked monthly. 
  • Minimizes accidental injury to employees and others nearby.
  • Limits on the job accidents.