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can take, including staying home when sick, ap
frequently touched surfaces, and washing hand
• CDC has workplace resources including gu
home when sick and how to avoid spreadi
ο Include procedures in the EOP for how to ensu
ο Reference key resources while reviewing, upda
• Multiple federal agencies have developed
process for creating plans to build and con
before, during, and after possible emergen
quality emergency operations plans helpfu
• Readiness and Emergency Management fo
website contains free resources, trainings,
community partners, including many tool
to infectious disease outbreaks.
Develop information-sharing systems with par
ο Institutional information systems should be u
as absenteeism or changes in student health ce
Remember that IHE are not expected to screen
COVID-19.. If a community (or more specifical
officials will help identify those individuals and
ο Local health officials should be a key partner in
Reinforce healthy hygiene practices.
ο Ensure handwashing strategies include washin
especially after going to the bathroom; before
sneezing. If soap and water are not available an
hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcoh
ο CDC offers several free handwashing resources
information on proper handwashing technique
ο Ensure adequate supplies (e.g., soap, paper tow
hygiene practices.
Intensify cleaning and disinfection efforts.
ο Routinely clean and disinfect surfaces and obje
cleaning objects/surfaces not ordinarily cleane
handles, countertops). Clean with the cleaners
the directions on the label. For disinfection mo
should be effective.
• A list of products that are EPA-approved f
available here. Follow the manufacturer’s
(e.g., concentration, application method a
ο Provide disposable wipes to staff and faculty so
remote controls) can be wiped down before use
ο Ensure adequate supplies to support cleaning a
Monitor and plan for absenteeism.
ο Review attendance and sick leave policies. Stud
when sick. Allow them to stay home to care for
P a ge