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10 Hawley COVID 19 Memo 4.1.2073 Pleasant St Granby, MA Massachusetts 01033 (413) 467.9171 DATE: 04/01/2020 SUBJECT: COVID-19 Prevention and Site Sustainment Guidelines TO: Owners & All Subcontractors FROM: Christopher J. Boino, President and Nate Clinard, VP, Corporate Safety _____________________________________________________________________________ The purpose of this memorandum is to inform you of some of the important steps laid out in the Western Builders, Inc. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Plan (see Attachment #01) and how it will positively impact all of us and the construction activities at the above referenced project. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and take steps necessary, as applicable, based on the guidance from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Federal, Local and State Agencies. Our initial Plan went in to effect on March 26, 2020 and as of today, Western Builders, Inc. will implement our attached revised Plan for all construction activities in Massachusetts, which have been deemed essential by the Governor. The Western Builders, Inc. COVID-19 Plan has been communicated and is implementing the following: •Key CDC recommendations and posted signage about the virus (Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and you), how to (Stop the Spread of Germs) in English and Spanish. •Tool Box Talks COVID-19 Daily Self Certification Form is being used prior to starting ashift. Each worker will self-certify to their supervisor that they have no signs of a fever or measured temperature above 100.3 degrees or greater, chills and shortness of breath, cough or sore throat (CDC guidance). This self-certification process requires everyonereporting to the site to complete the one-page questionnaire (see attached) in its entirety before starting work. Employees exhibiting symptoms, unable or refuse to complete theself-certification, will be directed to leave the site and seek medical attention by theirhealth care provider or telehealth professional. Their return to the site will require documentation that they are symptom free, without the use of medicine, for 24 hours. All completed self-certifications will be delivered, preferably in electronic format, to theWestern Builders, Inc. Superintendent before physical work begins •Actions taken to reduce/eliminate the likelihood of spread through increased hand sanitization, maintaining social distancing, eliminating groups to less than 10 people orless and increased cleaning where warranted to name a few. We have also increased thecleaning/sanitization of job site trailers/offices as well as portable toilets. COVID-19 Prevention and Site Sustainment Guidelines 04/01/20 Page 2 • Actions to take if anyone feels unhealthy prior to coming to work such as calling their supervisor and informing him/her of their conditions. Once notification is made that supervisor is to contact Western Builders, Inc., so additional action is taken/recorded. In some instances the return to work will require a note from their primary care provider or health care provider. All of the above referenced documents are incorporated within the Western Builders, Inc. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Plan. As we all know we are experiencing unprecedented times at the moment and the safety, health and wellbeing of our employees and families, the employees and families of our subcontractors, owners and clients remains a top priority. By following the guidance of the CDC, our COVID-19 Plan, the COVID-19 Plans of our Subcontractors, simple common sense and increased personal hygiene we will help reduce/prevent the likelihood of spread. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your continue support. Attachments: - Western Builders, Inc. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Plan dated 04/01/2020 Project COVID-19 Guidelines Compliance Checklist Name: __________________________________________ Date: _______________________ Print Position: _________________________________________________________________________ Print Project Name/Location: _____________________________________________________________ Print 1. Has the Commonwealth of Massachusetts “COVID‐19 Guidelines and Procedures for all Construction Sites and Workers at All Public Work” notice been posted in a location for workers to observe? 2. Have handwashing instructions been posted on the project site? 3. Are disposable hand towels and no-touch trash receptacles present? 4. Has a procedure been established for workers to certify their health to their supervisor prior to the start of each shift, and identified the responsible person on site to manage this provision? 5. Have field offices been locked down to all but authorized personnel and cleaned by a third party vendor daily? 6. Have jobsite cleaning and decontamination procedures been established and executed daily? Have these been shared with contractor/subcontractor employees? 7. Have jobsite cleaning and decontamination procedures been established and executed (for subcontractors as well) for office trailers, gates, door knobs, frequently touched surfaces, project vehicles, aerial/scissor lifts and appliances, etc. 8. Has the “No Congregation” requirement been put into effect including that individuals must implement social distancing by maintaining a minimum distance of 6‐feet from other individuals? 9. Are all meetings being held via electronic means, and any required on‐site meetings being done following social distancing practices including limiting attendance to 10 persons (5 persons for Connecticut)? 10. Are individual crew meetings/tailgate talks being held outdoors and following social distancing requirements? 11. Are all restroom and portable toilets being cleaned by the vendor a minimum of twice weekly? 12.Have workers been instructed to bring food from home and practice appropriate hygiene while eating on lunch and at breaks including social distancing? 13.Have employees been instructed about appropriate personal hygiene and about staying home when either they or a family member is feeling sick? 14.Are all employees driving to the work site/ parking area in a single occupant vehicle? 15.Are all employees utilizing the proper PPE for conditions where required social distancing is not achievable? Comments: I hereby certify that the responses indicated on this document are accurate and that all the necessary actions have taken place on this day to comply with the COVID‐19 Guidelines. Name: _________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Signature What are the symptoms of COVID-19?  Symptoms for COVID-19 include fever or a measured temperature above 100.3 degrees or greater, chills and shortness of breath, cough, or sore throat. How does COVID-19 spread?  COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing. It may also be spread when people touch something with the virus on it then touch their mouth, nose, or eyes. Symptoms usually appear 7-14 days after exposure. Who is at higher risk for COVID-19 complications?  Pregnant women, people 65 years and older, and children or adults with underlying conditions such as asthma, diabetes, suppressed immune systems, heart disease, and kidney disease, are more likely to have complications. How severe is illness associated with COVID-19?  Illness has ranged from mild to severe. Most people have recovered without needing medical treatment. However, hospitalizations and deaths have occurred. How do I protect myself?  Avoid close contact with people who are sick.  Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.  Stay home when you are sick.  Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.  Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.  Wash your hand often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.  If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based had sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty. Date Employee Name Company Jobsite Stigma hurts everyone by creating more fear or anger toward ordinary people instead of the disease that is causing the problem. We can fight stigma and avoid hurting others by providing social support. COVID-19 Daily Self-Certification Form All workers on-site must answer the following questions by circling either “YES” or “NO”: 1. Have you had any signs of a fever or a measured temperature above 100.3 degrees or greater, chills, and shortness of breath, cough, or sore throat within the past 24 hours? YES or NO 2. Have you had “close contact” with an individual diagnosed with COVID-19? “Close contact” means living in the same household as a person who has tested positive for COVID-19, being within 6 feet of a person who has tested positive for COVID-19 for about 15 minutes, or coming in direct contact with secretions (e.g., sharing utensils, being coughed on) from a person who has tested positive for COVID-19, while that person was symptomatic? YES or NO 3. Have you been asked to self-isolate or quarantine by your doctor or a local public health official? YES or NO Temperature Reading, if necessary: ____________ Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Risk Assessment and Public Health Management Decision Making Each question refers to within the past 14 days U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention These examples may not cover all potential exposures to laboratory confirmed case of COVID-19. If you are concerned about an exposure that does not align with these categories, please contact the CDC Emergency Operations Center at 1-770-488-7100 No identifiable riskLow RiskMedium RiskHigh Risk 02/28/20 Did the person have any contact with a laboratory-confirmed case of COVID-19*?NO YES NOYES YES NO NO YES NOYES YES YES Was the person in the same indoor environment as a case for a prolonged period but did not meet the definition of close contact (e.g., in the same classroom or same hospital waiting room)? Did the person contact respiratory secretions or was the person within 6 feet of a case for a prolonged period? Were all recommended precautions for home care and isolation followed consistently? Was contact within the context of living with, being an intimate partner of, or caring for a person with confirmed COVID-19 outside a healthcare facility? Link to healthcare provider guidance** Refer to Guidance for Risk Assessment and Public Health Management of Persons with Potential COVID-19 Exposure** Is the person being evaluated a healthcare worker in a U.S. healthcare setting? Did the person travel from Hubei, China specifically? NOYES NO NO Did the person being evaluated have contact with a person with confirmed COVID-19 in the context of living with, being an intimate partner of, or caring for the person, outside a healthcare facility? YES NO Remain under quarantine authority; no public activities; daily active monitoring; controlled travel Stay home; active monitoring or self-monitoring with public health supervision; recommend to not travel Self observation NoneActions for people without symptoms consistent with COVID-19 Immediate isolation; medical evaluation guided by PUI definition; pre-notify healthcare services; controlled travel Immediate isolation; medical evaluation guided by PUI definition; pre-notify healthcare services; controlled travel Stay home from work or school, avoid contact with others, don’t travel. Seek health advice None; routine medical careActions for people with symptoms consistent with COVID-19 *Or a case diagnosed clinically with COVID-19 infection outside of the United States who did not have laboratory testing ** Healthcare provider (HCP) guidance outlines risk categories to determine work exclusion and monitoring procedures. After identifying risk category in the HCP guidance, use the categories outlined here to determine quarantine requirements. Did the person being evaluated travel from China? . Low Risk No Identifiable Risk Did the person travel from an area that has been heavily impacted (e.g. level 3 or level 2 travel health notice, cruise ship) by COVID-19? Did the person have contact with a presumed or confirmed COVID-19 case? *Or a case diagnosed clinically with COVID-19 infection outside of the United States who did not have laboratory testing ** Healthcare provider (HCP) guidance outlines risk categories to determine work exclusion and monitoring procedures. After IMPORTANT : CDC does not recommend testing, symptom monitoring or special management for people exposed to asymptomatic people with potential exposures to SARS-CoV-2 (such as in a household), i.e., “contacts of contacts;” these people are not considered exposed to SARS-CoV-2 CDC COVID-19 Definitions Symptoms compatible with COVID-19, for the purpose of these recommendations, include subjective or measured fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. Self-observation means people should remain alert for subjective fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. If they feel feverish or develop cough or difficulty breathing during the self-observation period, they should take their temperature, self-isolate, limit contact with others, and seek advice by telephone from a healthcare provider or their local health department to determine whether medical evaluation is needed. Self-monitoring means people should monitor themselves for fever by taking their temperatures twice a day and remain alert for cough or difficulty breathing. If they feel feverish or develop measured fever, cough, or difficulty breathing during the self-monitoring period, they should self-isolate, limit contact with others, and seek advice by telephone from a healthcare provider or their local health department to determine whether medical evaluation is needed. Self-monitoring with delegated supervision means, for certain occupational groups (e.g., some healthcare or laboratory personnel, airline crew members), self-monitoring with oversight by the appropriate occupational health or infection control program in coordination with the health department of jurisdiction. The occupational health or infection control personnel for the employing organization should establish points of contact between the organization, the self-monitoring personnel, and the local or state health departments with jurisdiction for the location where personnel will be during the self-monitoring period. This communication should result in agreement on a plan for medical evaluation of personnel who develop fever, cough, or difficulty breathing during the self-monitoring period. The plan should include instructions for notifying occupational health and the local public health authority, and transportation arrangements to a pre-designated hospital, if medically necessary, with advance notice if fever, cough, or difficulty breathing occur. The supervising organization should remain in contact with personnel through the self-monitoring period to oversee self-monitoring activities. Self-monitoring with public health supervision means public health authorities assume the responsibility for oversight of self-monitoring for certain groups of people. The ability of jurisdictions to initiate or provide continued oversight will depend on other competing priorities (e.g., contact tracing, implementation of community mitigation strategies). Depending on local priorities, CDC recommends that health departments consider establishing initial communication with these people, provide a plan for self-monitoring and clear instructions for notifying the health department before the person seeks health care if they develop fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. As resources allow, health authorities may also check in intermittently with these people over the course of the self-monitoring period. If travelers for whom public health supervision is recommended are identified at a US port of entry, CDC will notify state and territorial health departments with jurisdiction for the travelers’ final destinations. Active monitoring means that the state or local public health authority assumes responsibility for establishing regular communication with potentially exposed people to assess for the presence of fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. For people with high-risk exposures, CDC recommends this communication occurs at least once each day. The mode of communication can be determined by the state or local public health authority and may include telephone calls or any electronic or internet-based means of communication. CDC COVID-19 Definitions Close contact is defined as: a) being within approximately 6 feet (2 meters) of a COVID-19 case for a prolonged period of time; close contact can occur while caring for, living with, visiting, or sharing a healthcare waiting area or room with a COVID-19 case – or – b) having direct contact with infectious secretions of a COVID-19 case (e.g., being coughed on) Public health orders are legally enforceable directives issued under the authority of a relevant federal, state, or local entity that, when applied to a person or group, may place restrictions on the activities undertaken by that person or group, potentially including movement restrictions or a requirement for monitoring by a public health authority, for the purposes of protecting the public’s health. Federal, state, or local public health orders may be issued to enforce isolation, quarantine or conditional release. The list of quarantinable communicable diseases for which federal public health orders are authorized is defined by Executive Order and includes “severe acute respiratory syndromes.” COVID-19 meets the definition for “severe acute respiratory syndromes” as set forth in Executive Order 13295, as amended by Executive Order 13375 and 13674, and, therefore, is a federally quarantinable communicable disease. Isolation means the separation of a person or group of people known or reasonably believed to be infected with a communicable disease and potentially infectious from those who are not infected to prevent spread of the communicable disease. Isolation for public health purposes may be voluntary or compelled by federal, state, or local public health order. Quarantine in general means the separation of a person or group of people reasonably believed to have been exposed to a communicable disease but not yet symptomatic, from others who have not been so exposed, to prevent the possible spread of the communicable disease. Conditional release defines a set of legally enforceable conditions under which a person may be released from more stringent public health movement restrictions, such as quarantine in a secure facility. These conditions may include public health supervision through in-person visits by a health official or designee, telephone, or any electronic or internet-based means of communication as determined by the CDC Director or state or local health authority. A conditional release order may also place limits on travel or require restriction of a person’s movement outside their home. Controlled travel involves exclusion from long-distance commercial conveyances (e.g., aircraft, ship, train, bus). For people subject to active monitoring, any long-distance travel should be coordinated with public health authorities to ensure uninterrupted monitoring. Air travel is not allowed by commercial flight but may occur via approved noncommercial air transport. CDC may use public health orders or federal public health travel restrictions to enforce controlled travel. CDC also has the authority to issue travel permits to define the conditions of interstate travel within the United States for people under certain public health orders or if other conditions are met. Congregate settings are crowded public places where close contact with others may occur, such as shopping centers, movie theaters, stadiums. Social distancing means remaining out of congregate settings, avoiding mass gatherings, and maintaining distance (approximately 6 feet or 2 meters) from others when possible. CS 314937-A 03/20/2020 cdc.gov/COVID19 What you need to know about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) What is coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)? Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Can people in the U.S. get COVID-19? Yes. COVID-19 is spreading from person to person in parts of the United States. Risk of infection with COVID-19 is higher for people who are close contacts of someone known to have COVID-19, for example healthcare workers, or household members. Other people at higher risk for infection are those who live in or have recently been in an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19. Learn more about places with ongoing spread at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/ transmission.html#geographic. Have there been cases of COVID-19 in the U.S.? Yes. The first case of COVID-19 in the United States was reported on January 21, 2020. The current count of cases of COVID-19 in the United States is available on CDC’s webpage at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-in-us.html. How does COVID-19 spread? The virus that causes COVID-19 probably emerged from an animal source, but is now spreading from person to person. The virus is thought to spread mainly between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet) through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It also may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads. Learn what is known about the spread of newly emerged coronaviruses at https://www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/transmission.html. What are the symptoms of COVID-19? Patients with COVID-19 have had mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms of •fever •cough •shortness of breath What are severe complications from this virus? Some patients have pneumonia in both lungs, multi-organ failure and in some cases death. How can I help protect myself? People can help protect themselves from respiratory illness with everyday preventive actions.   •Avoid close contact with people who are sick. •Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. •Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available. If you are sick, to keep from spreading respiratory illness to others, you should •Stay home when you are sick. •Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. •Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. What should I do if I recently traveled from an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19? If you have traveled from an affected area, there may be restrictions on your movements for up to 2 weeks. If you develop symptoms during that period (fever, cough, trouble breathing), seek medical advice. Call the office of your health care provider before you go, and tell them about your travel and your symptoms. They will give you instructions on how to get care without exposing other people to your illness. While sick, avoid contact with people, don’t go out and delay any travel to reduce the possibility of spreading illness to others. Is there a vaccine? There is currently no vaccine to protect against COVID-19. The best way to prevent infection is to take everyday preventive actions, like avoiding close contact with people who are sick and washing your hands often. Is there a treatment? There is no specific antiviral treatment for COVID-19. People with COVID-19 can seek medical care to help relieve symptoms. STOP THE SPREAD OF GERMS Help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like COVID-19. Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. cdc.gov/COVID19 314915-A March 16, 2020 1:02 PM DETENGA LA PROPAGACIÓN DE LOS MICROBIOS Quédese en casa si está enfermo, excepto para buscar atención médica. Lávese las manos frecuentemente con agua y jabón por al menos 20 segundos. Cúbrase la nariz y la boca con un pañuelo desechable al toser o estornudar y luego bótelo a la basura. Limpie y desinfecte los objetos y las supercies que se tocan frecuentemente. Evite tocarse los ojos, la nariz y la boca. Evite el contacto cercano con las personas enfermas. Ayude a prevenir la propagación de enfermedades respiratorias como el COVID-19 cdc.gov/COVID19-es 314915-B Handwashing 101#StopTheSpread 01 Wet your hands before applying soap. 02 Bring your palms together and rub soap all over the palms and backs of your hands, including between the fingers. Proper hygiene stops the spread of the virus. 03 Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds. 04 Wipe your hands with a clean towel or paper towel and avoid rubbing too vigourously. Source: World Health Organization Date: ____________________ Name Company Signature 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 The O'Connell Companies COVID-19 Plan Review Project: _____________________________________________________