Heat Illness, Injury, & Illness Prevention Programs
An Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) is a state-mandated safety program designed to identify and mitigate workplace hazards to ensure employee health and safety. Required under Cal/OSHA’s Title 8, it aims to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses through hazard identification, employee training, incident investigation, and corrective actions. It covers staff safety in environments like classrooms, offices, and maintenance areas, addressing risks such as slips, falls, ergonomic issues, or chemical exposures.
A Heat Illness Prevention Program (HIPP), also mandated by Cal/OSHA, specifically addresses the risks of heat-related illnesses for employees working in high-heat conditions, either outdoors or indoors. In a school district, this applies to staff like coaches, groundskeepers, or custodians who may work in hot environments. The program requires providing water, shade, rest breaks, training on heat illness symptoms, and emergency response plans to prevent conditions like heat stroke or exhaustion, especially during hot weather or in unventilated spaces.
The following documents provide the plans and procedures for the Pioneer Union Elementary School District.