Businesses or other enterprises that provide critical infrastructure and/or essential services are strongly encouraged to establish and maintain a Workplace Monitoring Program comprising the following elements. A Workplace Monitoring Program is suggested for all employers in the County, large and small.
Pre-screening. The employer should measure a (potentially) exposed employee’s temperature — ideally before they actually enter the workplace facility.
Monitor. Exposed employees should self-monitor for symptoms.
Face Coverings. The exposed employee must wear a face mask at all times until 14 days after last exposure to an infected individual.
Social distancing. An exposed employee must maintain 6 feet of distance and practice social distancing whenever work duties safely permit.
Disinfection. Both the employer and an exposed employee must routinely clean and disinfect workspaces, including offices, common areas and restrooms, as well as high-touch surfaces and shared equipment.
If an exposed employee tests negative for the disease and displays no symptoms, they should nevertheless continue to self-quarantine and follow the guidance presented above. It is important to remember that a negative test does not eliminate the possibility of developing symptoms later.
