EIE-P1 - Buildings and Grounds Inspections

“The Principal must inspect the school premises and report any necessary repairs promptly to the Secretary-Treasurer of the school board or other person designated for that purpose by the school board, and must endeavour to ensure that the premises are properly cared for by the pupils of the school.”  (M.R. 468/88-37)

School Principals shall ensure that regular inspections of school buildings and grounds, including playgrounds, be made.  (See Exhibits EIE-E1 to EIE-E6, refer to the landing page for digital google forms)  The MSBA-MASBO Playground Safety Manual is a recommended resource in the performance of playgrounds inspections.

This Policy does not exempt the staff from their responsibility of reporting to the Principal conditions which they consider a safety hazard.

The Head Mechanic will ensure regular inspections of the Bus Garage, the Maintenance Foreman will ensure regular inspections of Maintenance Shop, the Secretary Treasurer will ensure regular inspections of the Division Office. (See EIE-E6 Salt and Sanding Log Sheet and EIE-E7 Bus Garage Inspection Form)

See also: 

• Risk Management at a Glance for Manitoba Schools

• MSBA Safety Guidelines for Physical Activities in Manitoba Schools – MSBA

• Keeping Your Facilities Safe:  A Support Document for Industrial Arts Teachers – Manitoba Education, Citizenship and Youth

• Safety Guidelines for Physical Activity in Manitoba Schools – Manitoba Education, Citizenship and Youth

Revised August 24, 2017

Revised August 19, 2025