Equipment used in the training program must be of the type and quality found to provide training to meet the program goals and performance objectives. The facilities must be appropriate for the variety of learning activities which occur in the LPS classrooms.

Adequate storage available 

o The storage area is used for the intended purposes. 

o A locked storage area is available.

o Storage areas are clean and organized

Program space meets or exceeds state requirements or actionable plan is in place to meet such requirements. In spaces with multiple teachers, space demands are being addressed adequately. 

Facilities are clean, organized and well maintained 

Each instructor has adequate personal space to plan and work

o The classroom is clean, orderly and reflective of an efficient environment for learning.

o The layout of the LPS classroom is suitable for large/small group, team and individual high school student work.

o The square footage of the classroom meets or exceeds state recommendations.

o Each teacher is assigned a conveniently located, furnished, and equipped area (office) for planning, confidential record keeping, private consultation, and administration. 

o In programs with multiple teachers, more space is available to properly accommodate teaching, learning and class preparation. 

The LPS lab and/or classroom are equipped with updated and functional equipment per GA DOE requirements as reflected on the inventory

• Appropriate, up-to-date multi-media equipment and hardware such as flip charts, LCD projectors, “Smart Boards,” speakers, interactive projectors, digital cameras, video cameras, DVD players and writers, tablets and other emerging instructional technologies are readily available to the classroom.

Appropriate equipment replacement plan is available.

Accounting of industry certification funds demonstrates proper distribution

Classroom instructional technology is updated, functional and available

Students have adequate technology to meet program goals and prepare students for LPS careers

Policy for student check-out of equipment

Tools and equipment mirror what is used in industry appropriate to skills being taught

Program spaces are safe and have proper safety equipment 

Forensics labs follow proper science lab safety policies 

Accident report policy is available 

Students and staff are aware of emergency procedures

Chemicals/combustibles are located and stored properly

Classroom and laboratory meet all state and federal safety requirements