The Health, Safety, and Risk Management Services supports component school districts in creating and maintaining safe, healthy, and compliant learning environments. The program is structured into two core service areas: Health and Safety and Safety and Security, each led by a dedicated specialist with expertise in their respective domains. Together, they provide consultative services, training, compliance support, and planning assistance aligned with federal, state, and local regulations. The Training Specialists are involved with on– and off–site training programs, consultations, advisement, and coordination of compliance activities based on applicable standards and guidelines.

1. Health and Safety Services
Led by the Health and Safety Specialist, this service area focuses on workplace and environmental health compliance, regulatory training, and risk reduction strategies. Services include:
• AHERA and Asbestos Management Services
• AED Program Leadership
• Blood-borne Pathogens/Infection Control
• Director of Facilities Quarterly Meetings
• Chemical Hygiene and Inventory Control
• Fall Protection Training
• PPE Training
• Hazard Assessment
• Indoor Air Quality
• Integrated Pest Management
• Lead Hazard Training
• Lock-Out / Tag-Out Awareness Training
• Respirator Protection Program & Program Maintenance, Fit Testing & Training
• Respirator Use and Care Program
• Right to Know and Hazard Communications Awareness Program
• Fire Safety Inspections
• Hazard Mitigation
• Lead in Water Testing

2. Safety and Security Services
Led by the Safety and Security Specialist, this service area supports districts in strengthening school safety practices, physical security infrastructure, emergency preparedness, and crisis response. Services include:
• Problem Assessment and Tailored Problem Solving
• District-Wide and Building-Level Safety Plan Development and Review (SAVE compliance)
• Threat Assessment Team Training, Support, Guidance and Application
• Physical Security Assessments and Safety Audits
• Reunification Procedure Support and Evaluation
• Interagency Planning/Coordination and Incident Review
• Active Threat/Active Shooter Preparedness
• Security Camera Assessment/Evaluation
• Incident Investigation/Review/Documentation/Report Development
• Procedure/Guideline Development Support
o School Bus Accident / Administration Response
o Elopement Protocol
o Destruction of School Property
o Assault on Staff
o Trespass
o Mental Health Crisis
o Custom

Health, Safety, and Risk Management Specialists
Tom Smith – Health and Safety Specialist
Tom Houle – Safety and Security Specialist

Tom Smith, Health, Safety, and Risk Management Specialist
School Support Services

CVES BOCES
1443 Military Turnpike
Plattsburgh, NY 12901

518-957-2358