Explore resources for the Workplace Violence Prevention Act (WVPA) from the New York State Department of Labor

According to the recent amendments to New York State Education Department’s Commissioner’s Regulation §155.17, effective July 31, 2024, schools are required to notify parents, students, and staff at least one day, but no more than seven days, prior to conducting a lockdown drill. 

NYSUT and CSEA are teaming up to bring you a new webinar on ventilation in schools and how it can help lower the risk of COVID-19.

We encourage you to review this how-to guide as preparation for working with your school to establish an effective health and safety committee.

Here you will find resources, stories, and information you need to understand this landmark victory and how the new law protects our school communities.

This toolkit is designed to assist NYSUT members wherever they work. It includes a fact sheet, a model policy and web resources.

Get the facts on cleaning for infection control in schools and the hazards of PVC plastic and PCBs in light fixtures.

It is estimated that nearly every school has children who have been exposed to traumatic experiences. This NYSUT webinar addresses: The prevalence of trauma among school children; the impact of trauma on behavior, relationships and learning at school; the elements of a trauma sensitive school approach; and resources for implementation.

Webinar: Risks of wireless technologies and protecting children and staff in schools.