Hand Sanitizers | Soaps | Facilities Cleaning

NYSED Memos

Guidelines for Medication Management in Schools (NYSED 10/22) 
Provides information on the use of hand sanitizer in schools.

Handwashing Recommendations and Alcohol-based Hand Sanitizer (ABHS) Use In Schools (NYSED 3/5/20)
This memo updates the 2009 NYSED Guidance on the use of ABHS in the school setting. School Medical Directors may approve and permit the use of ABHS for use in their facilities without the need for individual orders from students' private healthcare providers. This guidance is based on best practice in infection control and recommendations from the CDC. 

Green Cleaning Product Update (NYSED 2007)
Information on Guidelines for the Procurement and Use of Environmentally Sensitive Cleaning and Maintenance Products, including hand soaps, hand cleaners, and hand sanitizers.

See Also:

• Environmental Health for Schools | Green Cleaning Resource Page
• Hand Sanitizers | Hand Washing Resource Page

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