By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Environmental cleaning/disinfxn: Ensure availability of EPA-registered, hospital-grade disinfectants available to allow for frequent cleaning of high-touch surfaces and shared equipment
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Consider respiratory protection program compliant w/ OSHA standards if not already in place (incl medical evals, training, fit testing)
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Make necessary PPE (facemasks, respirators, gowns, gloves, eye protection) available in resident care areas; place trash cans for easy disposal of PPE
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Resp hygiene/etiquette: Make tissues and facemasks available for coughing people; consider designating staff to steward such supplies
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Hand hygiene: Place alcohol-based hand sanitizer (60%-95% alcohol) in every resident room and common areas; ensure adequate stock of soap and paper towels at sinks
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Educate residents & family about COVID-19 in general; actions facility is taking to protect loved ones (incl visitor restrictions); & actions residents/families can take
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Educate facility-based & consultant personnel (eg, wound care, podiatry, barber) and volunteers; consultants may provide care in multiple facilities, and can be exposed and serve as source of transmission
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Educate/train personnel on sick leave policies; remind employees not to report to work when ill