With the Coronavirus appearing more and more in the news, it is inevitable that employers will be asked to post a fact sheet for their employees to read. This can be posted By the HR Department in conspicuous spots, for example break rooms, bulletin boards or near time clocks.
Here is an example of a fact sheet HR professionals and employers can use for the Coronavirus:
Coronavirus Fact Sheet for Employees
What is Novel Coronavirus? COVID-19 is a new virus strain spreading from person-to-person in China and now other countries, including the United States. Little is known about this new virus and it has the potential to cause serious illness and pneumonia in some people.
How Severe? Reported cases have ranged from mild illness (like a common cold) to severe pneumonia that requires hospitalization. So far, deaths have been reported mainly in older adults who had other health conditions.
Risk of Infection: Currently, the risk you will contract the virus is low.
How is it Spread?
- By respiratory droplets (moisture) produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
- Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
Symptoms: Symptoms may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure. Symptoms include fever, cough and difficulty breathing. If you experience any of these or have doubts, it is best to seek medical attention right away and stay home.
Steps to Take: The measures you can take to prevent the spread of flu and the common cold will also help prevent Coronavirus:
- Wash hands often with soap and water (for at least 20 seconds). If not available, use a hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid contact with people who are sick. Stay at least 6 feet away.
- Stay home while you are sick.
- As much as practical, avoid close contact with others that appear to be sick.
- Cover your mouth/nose with a tissue or upper sleeve when coughing or sneezing. Then throw the tissue away.
- Don’t shake hands, rub elbows.
- If you wish, carry wipes (use on doorknobs and other frequently touched areas).
- Stand to the side when talking with someone.
Treatment: Currently there are no medications approved for Coronavirus. Most people with mild cases will recover on their own by drinking plenty of fluids, resting and taking pain or fever medications. However, some cases develop pneumonia and require medical care or hospitalization.
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