Guidance for COVID-19 Isolation: USC Students Living in Privately Leased Housing
If you think you might have COVID-19, make sure you follow the university protocols
First, make sure you are positive by taking an antigen test If you are positive, follow isolation instructions for days 1-5, you may test out of isolation on day 6 if you are negative, but must wear a mask for days 6-10 when around others If you have been on campus, complete the contact tracing form in MySHR
Hygiene
If you are positive: Isolation & Hygiene
If you live with others, wear a high-quality mask when others are present Isolate if possible with a separa bathroom Clean any shared surfaces frequently Arrange to have meals left for you without direc contact Household members handling used plates a utensils should wash their hands with soap and wat for 20 seconds after handling items
Leaseholder
Know your rights as a leaseholder
As a leaseholder in privately owned property, you have protections under the terms of your lease agreement Denial of entry to your living quarters may be a violation of your lease agreement Check the terms of your contract if you are challenged on this due to your health status
Household
If you are living in the household
Wear a high-quality mask If you are updated on vaccinations, this can continue to provide protection from severe illness or transmission Sleep in a separate room from the positive person if possible Practice kindness out of concern for the person who is ill; avoid stigmatizing a person who is sick
Key Links
https://uscsthealth info/Covid19-isolation-at-home
https://bit ly/positive4covid
Questions? Contact covid19@usc edu For medical services call USC Student Health 213-740-9355 (24/7 by phone)
or secure message an Advice Nurse in MySHR (usc edu/myshr)