Keeping Workplaces, Homes, Schools, and Commercial Spaces Safe

Practice good hygiene
 Stop handshaking – use other noncontact methods of greeting
 Clean hands at the door and schedule regular hand washing reminders by email
 Create habits and reminders to avoid touching their faces and cover coughs and sneezes
 Disinfect surfaces like doorknobs, tables, desks, and handrails regularly
 Increase ventilation by opening windows or adjusting air conditioning

Be careful with meetings and travel
 Use videoconferencing for meetings when possible
 When not possible, hold meetings in open, well-ventilated spaces
 Consider adjusting or postponing large meetings or gatherings
 Assess the risks of business travel

Handle food carefully
 Limit food sharing
 Strengthen health screening for cafeteria staff and their close contacts
 Ensure cafeteria staff and their close contacts practice strict hygiene

Stay home if…
 They are feeling sick
 They have a sick family member in their home

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