A Pandemic is a disease outbreak that spans several countries and affects a large number of people. They are most often caused by viruses and can spread easily from person to person. Most people will not be immune and a vaccine may not exist right away.
If a pandemic is declared:
- Stay alert and aware for further instructions from the INCIDENT COMMANDER.
- Ensure staff are signed up for NIXLE/EVERBRIDGE ALERT SYSTEM and check their emails for updates from the organization regarding working remote, in-person, and resources available such as vaccine clinics etc.
- Deliver messaging to staff on protecting themselves and others by:
– Washing their hands often and with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
– Try not to touch eyes, nose, or mouth.
– Keep a distance of at least six feet between self and others who are not part of the same household.
– Wearing an N95 mask when in public.
– Clean and disinfect high-touch objects and surfaces.
– Follow the guidance of the Napa County Department of Public Health.
– Refer to NCOE’s Pandemic/Infectious Disease Outbreak Plan.