CHAPTER 5.00 - STUDENTS

5.16 Eye Protection Devices

The principal shall inform all teachers concerned with instruction in courses specified in Section 1006.063, Florida Statutes, of the requirements relating to the wearing of eye protection devices. The principal shall direct such teachers to continuously follow provisions of Florida Statutes without exceptions.

(1) The School Board shall provide protective devices for School Board employees, students, and visitors.

(2) The student shall be required to wear the eye protection device as directed by the teacher when engaged in activities listed under the Eye Protection Device Law. The student’s failure or refusal to wear the device shall be cause for his/her suspension or dismissal from the course.

(3) Any teacher who fails to carry out the provisions of this rule shall be charged with willful neglect of duty and shall be reported to the Superintendent or designee for such action as deemed appropriate..

Statutory Authority: 1001.41; 1001.42, F.S.

Laws Implemented: 1001.43; 1006.063; 1006.07, F.S.

History:

Adopted: January 14, 1999

Revision Date(s): October 7, 2003

Formerly: