Third Party Health and Safety Assessment - Citadel EHS
In response to community concerns regarding the proximity of the Silfab Solar facility to Flint Hill Elementary and Middle Schools, and following recommendations from the Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units, the Fort Mill School District has engaged Citadel EHS, a trusted environmental health and safety firm, to conduct a comprehensive, independent assessment of the schools' environmental health and safety conditions.
To ensure transparency and keep our students, staff, and community informed, this webpage will provide ongoing updates as the assessment progresses.
Project Timeline and Key Activities
On May 12, the district contracted Citadel EHS to begin the independent, in-depth assessment. The scope of this project includes a thorough evaluation of various health and safety factors at the school sites.
Contract Agreement
To view the contract, which outlines the full scope of the project and associated costs please click the link below.
The Project Authorization Order was updated on June 5 to correct typographical errors. The scope of work and cost associated remain unchanged.
Initial Public Presentation
At the Fort Mill School District’s Board Meeting on June 3, Mrs. Julie Wojnowski from Citadel EHS presented an overview of the company’s expertise and the scope of the assessment. The key areas of the assessment include:
- External Emissions Risk - Review of air permits, emissions modeling, chemical inventory, and emergency response protocols.
- Internal Systems Assessment - Evaluation of district HVAC systems, filtration specifications, and maintenance practices against industry best practices.
- Action Plan Development - Identification of target contaminants, sampling locations, and quality control procedures.
- Pursuing WELL Health-Safety Rating - Gap analysis and support for certification in alignment with recognized school health standards.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Education - Facilitation of briefings, staff meetings, and community sessions to ensure transparent communication.
- Implementation of Action Plan - Execution of the plan, implementation of recommended improvements, and documentation of compliance measures.
The full presentation is available on the district’s YouTube page or by clicking the link below.
Citadel EHS Environmental Health and Safety Presentation
The district will continue to provide updates on this page as the assessment progresses and more information becomes available.