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EMPLOYEE COVID-19 TRAINING In accordance with 16VAC25-220, Emergency Temporary Standard Infectious Disease Prevention: SARS-CoV-2 Virus That Causes COVID-19 August 7, 2020

NEW TEMPORARY STANDARD The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry has developed the 16VAC25-220, Emergency Temporary Standard Infectious Disease Prevention: SARS-CoV-2 Virus That Causes COVID-19 This standard is designed to establish requirements for employers to control, prevent, and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 to and among employees and employers. Liberty has implemented the actions necessary to comply with this standard for the protection of our employees. If you wish to read this document, please see this link https://www.doli.virginia.gov/wp- content/uploads/2020/07/RIS-filed-RTD-Final-ETS- 7.24.2020.pdf

About the Novel/Coronavirus/COVID-19 Coronavirus are a large family of viruses which can cause respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases like Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus. Characteristics and Methods of Transmission: The virus spreads primarily from person to person through small droplets. These are expelled from the nose or mouth when a person with the virus coughs, sneezes, or speaks. People catch the virus by breathing in these droplets. These droplets can also land on surfaces and objects like doorknobs and other high-touch areas. If someone touches these surfaces or objects and then touches their eyes, nose, or mouth, they can become infected. Currently, there is no evidence that COVID-19 is spread through food or water. While the virus is highly transmissible, it also can take a number of days for someone to show symptoms.

COPING WITH COVID-19: CDC recommends the Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746. For more information on the virus, one of the best basic resources is the CDC website. Also, make sure to review Liberty University policies and recent communications on COVID-19 https://www.liberty.edu/coronavirus/ so you can keep up with the latest developments.

IF If you suspect you have COVID-19 or have been diagnosed with COVID-19 you must go to https://apex.liberty.edu/banprd/f?p=341:1 and fill out the form.

Those at Highest Risk to contract COVID-19 include Older Adults (risk increases with age) and anyone who has serious underlying medical conditions. These include people who:  Are immunocompromised  Have chronic lung disease or moderate to severe asthma  Have serious heart conditions  Are severely obese  Have chronic kidney disease and are undergoing dialysis  Have liver disease  Live in a nursing home or long-term care facility Even if you are not high risk, you could accidently pass the virus on to someone who is. By taking preventative actions, you are helping to protect others. Social distancing is key to helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. Everyone should follow the recommended guidelines by the Center for Disease Cotrol and Prevention (CDC).

Coming in contact with someone who is (or may be) infected :  Physically distance by staying at least 6 feet apart from anyone else (10 feet is better)  Wear face coverings in any shared spaces  Clean surfaces and shared spaces frequently  Monitor your health daily  If you are sick consult your medical health professional immediately If YOU are SICK:  Consult a physician to determine your need for testing  Quarantine – 14 days  Watch for fever (100.4°F), or other symptoms of COVID-19  Wear a mask – Wash Hands Often – Cover Coughs  Follow Liberty University Notification Procedures

 Keep at least six feet apart from others.  Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.  If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.  Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.  Everyone (including children above two years old) should wear a mask or other type of cloth face covering when they are going to be around people outside their home.

Make sure you use face coverings properly:  Wash your hands before putting on  Place over your nose and mouth and secure under your chin  Try to fit snugly against the sides of your face  Make sure you can breathe easily  Don’t touch the face covering, and, if you do, wash your hands  Wash your hands before removing  Wash the face covering when you get home

 Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, toilets, sinks, and especially smartphones. Most common EPA- registered household disinfectants and wipes will work.  Always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue (or use the inside of your elbow) when you cough or sneeze. Do not spit. Throw used tissues in the trash. Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer.  Avoid shaking hands  Don’t handle other people’s items  Don’t share items  Clean any high-touch items  Be alert for symptoms and monitor your temperature if symptoms develop.  Stay at home if you’re sick and coordinate with your supervisor.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)  When PPE is required or when you suspect that you may need to have PPE for a specific job task, you must coordinate with your supervisor, who will then contact the Liberty Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) office at 434-582-3389 or at lusafety@liberty.edu for an evaluation of your work tasks. If it is determined PPE is needed EHS will provide any training and testing required for the use of the PPE.  N95 masks and K95 masks are considered respirators and must be approved by the EHS department for use and the wearing of such masks must comply with Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) regulations and Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) regulations.  The Virginia Occupational Safety and Health Department defines a "Face covering” as an item normally made of cloth or various other materials with elastic bands or cloth ties to secure over the wearer’s nose and mouth in an effort to contain or reduce the spread of potentially infectious respiratory secretions at the source (i.e., the person’s nose and mouth). A face covering is not intended to protect the wearer, but it may reduce the spread of virus from the wearer to others. A face covering is not a surgical/medical procedure mask.  A face covering is not subject to testing and approval by a state or government agency, so it is not considered a form of personal protective equipment or respiratory protection equipment under VOSH laws, rules, regulations, and standards.

DISCRIMINATION AGAINST AN EMPLOYEE FOR EXERCISING RIGHTS UNDER THIS STANDARD IS PROHIBITED. 16VAC25-220-90. No person shall discharge or in any way discriminate against an employee because the A. employee has exercised rights under the safety and health provisions of this standard, Title 40.1 of the Code of Virginia, and implementing regulations under 16VAC25-60-110 for themselves or others. No person shall discharge or in any way discriminate against an employee who voluntarily B. provides and wears the employee's own personal protective equipment, including but not limited to a respirator, face shield, or gloves, or face covering if such equipment is not provided by the employer, provided that the PPE does not create a greater hazard to the employee or create a serious hazard for other employees. No person shall discharge or in any way discriminate against an employee who raises a C. reasonable concern about infection control related to the SARS-CoV-2 virus and COVID-19 disease to the employer, the employer’s agent, other employees, a government agency, or to the public such as through print, online, social, or any other media. Nothing in this standard shall limit an employee from refusing to do work or enter a location that D. the employee feels is unsafe. 16VAC25-60-110 contains the requirements concerning discharge or discipline of an employee who has refused to complete an assigned task because of a reasonable fear of injury or death.

LIBERTY UNIVERSITY IN-PERSON INSTRUCTION & CAMPUS OPERATING PLAN To see more specifically what actions are in place to protect the LU community, Liberty has a return to campus operating plan to help protect the health and welfare of our students, faculty, staff, and local community. To review this plan please click on the following link https://www.liberty.edu/coronavirus/wp- content/uploads/sites/168/2020/07/In-Person- Instruction-and-Campus-Operating-Plan-Liberty- University.pdf

RESOURCES:  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  The World Health Organization  The American College of Health Association  Lilah Burke, “Fall Comes into View”, Inside Higher Ed, June 9, 2020  16VAC, Emergency Temporary Standard Infectious Disease Prevention: SARS-CoV-2 Virus That Causes COVID-19  Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI)