In time for the yearly Brigada Eskwela of the Department of Education , toxic and waste watchdog group BAN Toxics partnered with San Antonio Elementary School in Quezon City to launch a toxic-free and waste-free school campaign for a healthy and safe school environment.
At the Brigada Eskwela launch, BAN Toxics raised public awareness about the different toxic chemicals that can be found in school and at home. They also spoke about the existing environmental policies of the DepEd toward promoting a toxic-free and waste-free Brigada Eskwela. The hazardous chemicals that might be found in school—include lead, mercury, phthalates, cadmium and arsenic. Exposure to these chemicals pose serious health risks to children.
The order sought to integrate environmentalism in science subjects and encourage school activities to promote students’ participation in environmental activities. DAO 2013-24, or the “Chemical Control Order for Lead and Lead Compounds,” prohibits the use of lead and lead compounds in the production and manufacture of food and drink packaging, fuel additives, water pipes, toys, school supplies, cosmetics and paint.
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