Section 35297.
Cal. Education Code - EDC § 35297.
in effectThe earthquake emergency procedure system shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following:
(a)
A school building disaster plan, ready for implementation at any time, for maintaining the safety and care of students and staffs.
(b)
A drop procedure. As used in this article, “drop procedure” means an activity whereby each student and staff member takes cover under a table or desk, dropping to his or her knees, with the head protected by the arms, and the back to the windows. A drop procedure practice shall be held at least once each school quarter in elementary schools and at least once a semester in secondary schools.
(c)
Protective measures to be taken before, during, and following an earthquake.
(d)
A program to ensure that the students and that both the certificated and classified staff are aware of, and properly trained in, the earthquake emergency procedure system.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026
