REVISED MAY 5, 2020 MINIMUM STANDARD HEALTH PROTOCOLS 1.  CHECKLIST FOR ALL OFFICE-BASED EMPLOYEES Page 1 of 1 The following are the minimum recommended health protocols for all office-based employees in Texas. These minimum health protocols are not a limit on the health protocols that individuals may adopt. Individuals are encouraged to adopt additional protocols consistent with their specific needs and circumstances to help protect the health and safety of all Texans. The virus that causes COVID-19 can be spread to others by infected persons who have few or no symptoms. Even if an infected person is only mildly ill, the people they spread it to may become seriously ill or even die, especially if that person is 65 or older with pre-existing health conditions that place them at higher risk. Because of the hidden nature of this threat, everyone should rigorously follow the practices specified in these protocols, all of which facilitate a safe and measured reopening of Texas. The virus that causes COVID-19 is still circulating in our communities. We should continue to observe practices that protect everyone, including those who are most vulnerable. Please note, public health guidance cannot anticipate every unique situation. Individuals should stay informed and take actions based on common sense and wise judgment that will protect health and support economic revitalization. Health protocols for individuals:   Maintain at least 6 feet separation from other individuals not within the same household. If such distancing is not feasible, other measures such as face covering, hand hygiene, cough etiquette, cleanliness, and sanitation should be rigorously practiced. Self-screen before going into an office for any of the following new or worsening signs or symptoms of possible COVID-19:          Cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Chills Repeated shaking with chills     Muscle pain Headache  Sore throat Loss of taste or smell Diarrhea Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit Known close contact with a person who is lab confirmed to have COVID-19 Wash or disinfect hands upon entering an office and after any interaction with employees, contractors, customers, or items in the office. Limit the use of standard-size elevators to four individuals at a time, each located at a different corner of the elevator, to avoid close contact. In elevators, masks should be worn. For individuals not wishing to ride an elevator, ensure stairways are available for use. As appropriate, individuals subject to the Americans with Disabilities Act may ride the elevator alone or accompanied by the individual’s caregiver. Consistent with the actions taken by many individuals across the state, consider wearing a cloth face covering (over the nose and mouth) upon entering the premises and when using common areas, including elevators, restrooms, break rooms, or stairs, or when within 6 feet of another person who is not a member of the individual’s household. If available, you should consider wearing non-medical grade face masks.