Employee Responsibilities Before Coming to Campus

There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. According to the CDC, the virus is spread mainly from person-to-person:

Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. COVID-19 may be spread by people who are not showing symptoms.

TESTING RECOMMENDATIONS AT USD

The following testing recommendations are for Fall 2020:

All students, faculty and staff who will be on campus should be tested via a RT-PCR molecular test (not antibody testing) prior to their arrival on campus. RT-PCR testing can diagnose COVID-19 in those who are symptomatic or pre-symptomatic. Everyone should be tested by their own healthcare provider or by the County of San Diego prior to their arrival on campus. Test results should be self-reported via the google form that will be sent in another communication prior to returning to campus. Depending on circumstances and government guidelines, additional testing may be recommended at a future date.

F R E E C O V I D - 1 9 T E S T I N G

You may sign up for a free County of San Diego COVID-19 test prior to returning to campus. A drive-up testing site has been established in the West Parking Structure on campus. It is open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Appointments are required and can be scheduled online at covidtest.sandiegocounty.gov/healthbook.

AGE OR HEALTH CONCERNS

If you are 65 years or older, have a serious underlying health issue(s), or have other specific circumstances and are concerned about being on campus, you should contact the Employee Relations team in Human Resources by emailing hr@sandiego.edu or calling (619) 260-4594.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

If you are taking public transportation to get to USD, you must wear a face covering and maintain a safe physical distance from other passengers, if possible. Once on campus, you should wash your hands as soon as possible.

DAILY HEALTH SCREENING QUESTIONNAIRE

Procedures will vary by department based on how employees report to work. It is important that every day, before coming to campus, you conduct a personal health screening and answer the following questions:

Do you have a fever (100°F or above)?

Have you had a fever within the last 72 hours?

Do you have any of the following?

a cough shortness of breath or difficulty breathing fatigue muscle or body aches a headache new loss of taste or smell a sore throat congestion or runny nose nausea or vomiting diarrhea

Have you been to a Level 3 country within the last 14 days?

If you have traveled internationally to a Level 3 country, you must stay home for 14 days. During this 14-day period, take these steps to monitor your health and practice physical distancing:

Take your temperature with a thermometer two times a day and monitor for fever. Watch for a cough or difficulty breathing. Keep your distance from others (at least 6 feet or 2 meters).

For a list of Level 3 countries and country-specific travel health information about COVID-19, go to cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/map-and-travel-notices.html.

Do you have reason to believe that, in the last 14 days, you have been in close contact with a person who has COVID-19, or is under examination or observation for having COVID-19?

If you respond “yes” to any of these questions, you may not report to work. You must call your supervisor. Your supervisor will contact the Employee Relations team in Human Resources. Also contact your medical provider. If you do not have a medical provider, you should call 211. Symptomatic students, faculty and staff will be required to be tested. Those who are symptomatic will be the university’s priority.

If you pass the screening, you will have your temperature taken once you come to campus. If you do not have a temperature at or above 100°F, you may begin work.

F A C E C O V E R I N G S

Cloth face coverings, disposable masks, or face shields are the types that must be worn on campus. Surgical and N95 respirators are intended for healthcare workers only. Types and Intended Uses

Cloth Disposable Shield Moving around campus In the classroom In campus buildings General open office spaces Reception areas Not required in a private office when working alone

Healthcare workers Not recommended for use by general public

Surgical N95 Respirator

Proper Protection and Fit Cloth face coverings and disposable masks are appropriate for the general public. Face shields are typically worn in conjunction with a face mask; however, if you are unable to wear a face covering, a face shield with a drape on the bottom edge is permitted. securely but comfortably

Face covering should be secured with ties or ear loops and fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face.

Face covering should include Face shield should fit

multiple layers of fabric. around the head.

Face shield should include hard plastic.