Room Clear Procedure Clause Samples
The Room Clear Procedure clause outlines the steps and protocols to be followed when it is necessary to evacuate or secure a room, typically for safety, security, or emergency reasons. This clause may specify who is authorized to initiate the procedure, the signals or communications used to announce a room clear, and the responsibilities of individuals present, such as exiting promptly and reporting to a designated area. Its core practical function is to ensure an orderly and efficient evacuation or lockdown, minimizing confusion and risk during critical situations.
Room Clear Procedure. 1. Elementary buildings will review the “room clear procedure” as outlined in the District Behavior Handbook at the beginning of the school year and will designate an “overflow” room(s) for classes that are evacuated during a room clear.
2. When a “room clear” is necessary to ensure the safety of the staff and students in a class, the teacher/licensed professional may call for an administrator, counselor, etc. as determined by the site protocol, who will respond as soon as possible to the room where the request is being made.
3. If necessary, the teacher/licensed professional whose room was cleared will have assistance with reestablishing the working order of the classroom.
4. Teacher/licensed professionals who require a “room clear,” may request a counselor and/or an appropriate person to speak to the students in the class.
5. If a teacher/licensed professional has District purchased classroom items damaged during a “room clear” every effort will be made to have those replaced. Personal items damaged will be reimbursed as stated in Article 9.L.3.
6. A temporary alternative setting may be considered for the student who caused the “room clear” for the remainder of the day.
Room Clear Procedure. 1. Elementary buildings will review the “room clear procedure” as will be outlined in the District Behavior Handbook(s) at the beginning of the school year and will designate an “overflow” room(s) for classes that are evacuated during a room clear.
2. When a “room clear” is necessary to ensure the safety of the staff and students in a class, the certified staff member may call for an administrator, counselor, etc. as determined by the site protocol, who will respond as soon as possible to the room where the request is being made.
3. If necessary, the certified staff member whose room was cleared will have assistance with re-establishing the working order of the classroom. Additionally, they will be afforded a brief period of time to recover, if needed.
4. Certified staff members who require a “room clear,” may request a counselor and/or an appropriate person to speak to the students in the class.
5. If a certified staff member has District purchased classroom items damaged during a “room clear” every effort will be made to have those replaced. Personal items damaged will be reimbursed per Article 12.B.1.
6. A temporary alternative setting may be considered for the student who caused the “room clear” for the remainder of the school day.