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Why Schools Need a Great Preventative
Maintenance Program

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replacement, new artificial turf for fields and
projects can be depreciated over time.

The presenters identified key areas that need
preventative maintenance, landscaping, Health Care
playgrounds, gym floors, door hardware
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especially for proper latching, HVAC, plumbing Educators
and electrical, roof and fire alarm systems.
Strong, comprehensive health care
It was strongly recommended to clean smoke that fits your school's budget
detectors annually, and don’t forget the smoke
detectors in the ductwork. The National Fire What if you could offer...
Protection Association has standards for annual  The richest benefit plans for Arizona schools.
inspections for portable fire extinguishers and for  A one-stop shop for all your employee health care
the inspection, testing and maintenance of water- needs, including:
based fire protection systems. – Medical/prescription. – Life.
– Wellness program. – EAP.
– Dental. – COBRA.
Regarding outdoor areas of preventative – Vision.
maintenance, be sure to inspect all asphalt parking  Innovative member programs, including:
lots and driveways. Check for cracks and asphalt – Teladoc . – Hinge Health.
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that needs to be sealed. Another outdoor need is – SkinIO .
weatherization. AASBO members were told to  The strongest national provider network available in
inspect all exterior painted surfaces to make sure Arizona, which may include access to the
Banner|Aetna network. This program provides efficient
moisture does not enter the building. and effective patient care at a more affordable cost.
Together, we’re transforming health care in Arizona!
A final bit of advice from the experts: there are ...with ASBAIT, you can!
three ways to assess preventative maintenance.
At ASBAIT, we're helping Arizona educators and their
families to live healthier lives.
• If your school district has no program, you are
living on borrowed time. Need more information?
• If your school district has a good program, you Contact:
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will keep you ahead of potential problems. Chuck Nelson
• If your school district has a great program, you ASBAIT Sales Executive
Meritain Health ®
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