8/31/1989 BOARD OF HEALTH Minutes

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MINUTES September 5, 1989 3 BOARD OF HEALTH f Mr. McQuaid stated, in his opinion, the proposed plan is satisfactory and commented Dr. Deloura has had the handles removed on the wash basins and bubblers. Mr. McQuaid relayed primary concerns were the food prepara- tion area however, as long a s, 'this protocol is followed in the is i chen area no problems should arise. Mr.- Evans commented he does not feel there should be any drinking -re- strictions rinking .re- strictions and suggests this be discussed with the teachers. Mr. Evans stated he did not see any waste containers near the water bottles which could resuit in an infection control problem. Dr. Del oura responded that there are waste containers however they are not net to the water bottles. Mr. Evans suggested they be located next-to- the bubblers . Mr. Evans stated the pr-imary exposure to water is thru the food service, therefore .an exceptable source of water,, the Middle School , should be utilized. Mr. McQuaid stated he is unsure as to whether the requirements -of -Ah '1aw as far as notification -to the parents , has been followed. Mr. costa explained when ..the second round of testing is received,, depend- ring on its results, steps will be. taken for proper notif icatio.n. Mr. Hall relayed, in speaking with a representative from D.E.P. i t was discussed that this could be a long term situation. 4 Mr. costa stated he is satisfied with Dr. Deour'a's plan of action and would be willing to p rmit the school to institute the plan and allow the school to open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday however a Meeting imay be re- quired late Friday to discuss an -alternative course of action. Mr. Greelish stated one of the dilemma' s we are presented with now i even if -the new tests are found to be satisfactory, we must have a good answer for what happened. Nor, costa stated research on this ratter will begin tomorrow. Mr. Hall stated the results will ,be ready Friday afternoon. Dr. Petty questioned ..the Board as to whetter the Boards work will be com- pleted m- pleted by Friday., Mr. costa responded no and commented to call anyone in and question thea as to -the source of the contamination is premature at this time. Mr. Coffrie stated as a. general contractor he did not do the plumbing however he would like his -plumber made aware of any problems. . Hauck commented if the problem continues the building department may require the architect of the building perpetually supervise any corrections. ashpee Plumbing Inspector Leo Jolly stated he has a lead soder test kit that he spot checked in three areas at the school when he inspected the rough plumbing. Mr. dolly stated, as a result of his test he ascertained the plumber used the proper equipment.