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Kenny Felt Photography Has New Digs

April 30, 2020 Loretta George Leave a comment

Kenny Felt Photography’s new studio is located next to the Common Ground Coffee shop location on East Wall.

Kenny Felt Photography’s new address is 10 E. Wall St.

He is moving from a small studio on Main Street, around the corner.

“When I moved into the old location, it was really only meant to last until I found a bigger space,” Felt said. “It worked well for newborns and seniors but I really needed more space.”

Having the larger space will allow Felt to accommodate large groups and families “as well as expand on what I can do creatively in the studio.”

Felt has memories of this particular building.

“I’ve loved this building on Wall Street since 2001 when I began working at the Fort Scott Tribune as a photographer,” he said. “

“I sort of grew up here as a college student. My first job out of high school was as a photojournalist for the paper even though I had barely any knowledge of how to work a camera. Through a lot of dumb luck, I fell into photography and have loved it ever since. Even after leaving the Tribune, I regularly photographed subjects throughout the various open areas in the building. it’s always had great light coming through the large windows. Now that it’s been given new life, I’m excited to see what happens! “

Kenny Felt’s new studio at 10 E. Wall. Submitted photo.

Felt is impressed with the renovation project of Jennifer LaRoche.

“When I heard about the plans for renovation I had high hopes for what it would turn into but never did I imagine it would’ve turned out as beautiful as it has,” he said. ” It’s unreal how beautiful everything is.”

Felt can be reached by phone a 620-719-0249. His website is www.kennyfelt.com OR he can be found on Facebook or Instagram @kennyfelt

Felt provides all sorts of photography services.

“I do all varieties of photography but specialize in seniors pictures, weddings and newborns,” he said.

Bourbon County, COVID-19, Government, Health Care

County Health Department Releases Future Guidelines for Pandemic

April 30, 2020 Submitted Story Leave a comment

SEK Multi-County Health Departments

Allen, Anderson, Bourbon, and Woodson County, Kansas

PRESS RELEASE: NOVEL CORONAVIRUS/COVID-19

April 28, 2020

Governor Kelly’s Statewide Stay At Home Order is projected to end May 3, 2020 at 11:59 PM. Depending on if Governor Kelly issues any additional orders or if she issues any guidance on a phased reopening (please also refer to the Opening Up America Again plan at: https://www.whitehouse.gov/openingamerica/), SEK Multi-County Health Departments (SEKMCHD) will be initiating guidance for essential and non-essential businesses. You can find this guidance from SEKMCHD on our website: www.sekmchd.com (go to About Us, then to Frequently Asked Questions). Please review the table of contents to find your specific business guidelines.

Businesses/organizations (such as senior living facilities, home health, hospice, public health, hospital, fire departments, EMS, law enforcement, and correctional centers, that are not listed in the guidance document) will operate within their facility protocol according to CDC, KDHE, or CMS guidelines, etc. If your business is not listed, please call your local public health department for guidance.

If you are unable to access our website, please call your local public health department:

Allen County: (620)365-2191

Anderson County: (785)448-6559

Bourbon County: (620)223-4464

Woodson County: (620)625-2484

Location items can be purchased for personal protective equipment and sanitation protocols:

Cloth Masks: Key Industries, Fort Scott (620)223-2000

Protective Masks: Walmart, Walgreens, and possibly local pharmacies

Gloves: Walmart, Walgreens, Dollar General, local pharmacies and hardware stores

Sanitation Products: Walmart, Walgreens, Dollar General, local pharmacies, hardware stores and grocery stores

These items may also be purchased on Amazon or other online businesses.

Rebecca Johnson BSN, RN

SEK Multi-County Health Departments Administrator

SEK Local Public Health Officer

Measures To Facilitate a Safe Reopening of Businesses

Contents

General Guidelines____________________________________________________________________2

Retail_______________________________________________________________________________5

Jewelry Stores ________________________________________________________________10

Restaurants and Convenient Stores______________________________________________________14

Close Contact Services_________________________________________________________________18

Barber Shops _________________________________________________________________23

Hair Salons ___________________________________________________________________27

Nail Salons ___________________________________________________________________31

Tanning Salons ________________________________________________________________36

Childcare Services ____________________________________________________________________40

Medical & Health Services

Medical Doctors _______________________________________________________________42

Dental ______________________________________________________________________47

Physical Therapy ______________________________________________________________52

Optometry ___________________________________________________________________57

Entertainment Venues

Gaming Facilities ______________________________________________________________63

Exercise Facilities _____________________________________________________________68

Museums ____________________________________________________________________72

Planetariums _________________________________________________________________76

Youth Athletic Activities _______________________________________________________________80

Pharmacies _________________________________________________________________________83

Real Estate

Agent _______________________________________________________________________87

Commercial __________________________________________________________________93

Manufacturing & Industry _____________________________________________________________96

Agriculture ________________________________________________________________________101

OVERVIEW

The recommendations later in this report provide specific measures for each business category to facilitate a safe reopening of businesses. The specific recommendations in each category support the overall goal of opening businesses in a way that protects employees and customers from exposure to COVID-19 and to prevent spreading of the virus. Individual’s temperature standards as used in this report will be in accordance with directions from Rebecca Johnson, Health Officer, and the Kansas Department of Health & Environment.

Businesses/organizations (such as senior living facilities, home health, hospice, public health, hospital, fire departments, EMS, law enforcement, correctional centers that were not listed in this guidance document) will operate within their facility protocol according to CDC, KDHE, or CMS guidelines, etc. If your business is not listed below, please call your local public health department for guidance.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES OVERVIEW

Employees to wear PPE when possible.
Practice sensible social distancing, maintaining six feet between co-workers.
Employees who have a fever or other symptoms of COVID-19 will not be allowed to work
Provide a place to wash hands or alcohol-based hand rubs containing at least 60% alcohol.
Train workers in proper hygiene practices.
Encourage workers to report any safety and health concerns to the employer.
A sign will be posted on the store that individuals who have a fever, cough or any sign of sickness should not enter.
Employees will have access to hand sanitizer or a place to wash their hands.
Employees will be required to take reasonable steps to comply with guidelines on sanitation from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Kansas Department of Health & Environment.
All persons in the store will be required to maintain a social distance of at least six feet between another person. Sales registers must be at least six feet apart.
Point of sale equipment will be frequently cleaned and sanitized.
The entrance/exit doors will be sanitized routinely.
Stores will encourage customers to make non-cash payments.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

No employee who has a fever or other symptoms of COVID-19 will be allowed to work.
Door entrances and exits will be sanitized at least three times each day.
Customers will be required to use hand sanitizer upon entering the store.
Customers should consider using face coverings while in public.
The number of people inside the store will be limited to 50% of fire marshal capacity or 8 people per 1,000 square feet.
The store will provide access to hand sanitizer and trash receptacles.
Store employees will enforce social distancing of at least 6 feet between people. Stores with higher traffic will mark spaces 6 feet apart at the sales registers and outside the entrance to the store.
Sales registers will be located at least 6 feet apart.
Point of sale equipment will be frequently cleaned and sanitized.

Retail Businesses Included:

Furniture & Home Furnishings	Book Store
Clothing	Department Stores
Shoe Stores	Sporting Goods Stores
Clothing Accessories	Other Mercantile Stores

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Requires close interaction between staff and customers, but not direct physical contact.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

A sign will be posted on the storefront that individuals who have a fever or other symptoms of COVID-19 should not enter the store.
Limit the number of individuals inside the store to 50% of fire capacity occupancy or 8 customers per 1,000 square feet.
Customers will be encouraged to use hand sanitizer upon entering the store.
Employees who have a fever or are otherwise exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms will not be allowed to work.
Employees may be allowed to wear facemasks or gloves.
All persons in the store should practice sensible social distancing of at least 6 feet between another person. Sales registers must be at least 6 feet apart.
Employees will have access to hand sanitizer or a place to wash their hands.
Workers and customers will be provided an adequate number of trash receptacles.
Employees will be required to take reasonable steps to comply with guidelines on sanitation from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Kansas Department of Health & Environment.
Point of sale equipment will be frequently cleaned and sanitized.
The stores will encourage customers to make non-cash payments.
The entrance/exit doors will be sanitized at least three times per day.
Encourage workers to report any safety and health concerns to the employer.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Management will inform employees verbally and in writing of the safety standards.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Disinfect to regularly sanitize common surfaces.
Soap and water or hand sanitizer.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

No, but protective screens may be installed at the discretion of each store.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

Yes. Sanitization of incoming stock and merchandise is recommended.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Facemasks and gloves are recommended.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

No employee who has a fever or other symptoms of COVID-19 will be allowed to work in the store.
The number of customers inside the store will be limited to 50% of fire marshal capacity or 8 customers per 1,000 square feet.
Door entrances and exits will be sanitized at least three times each day.
Customers will be encouraged to use hand sanitizer upon entering the store.
Customers will be encouraged to wear facemasks in order prevent spreading of the virus.
The store will be encouraged to provide access to hand sanitizer and trash receptacles.
Store employees will enforce social distancing of at least 6 feet between customers. Stores with higher traffic will mark spaces 6 feet apart at the sales registers and outside the entrance to the store.
Sales registers will be located at least 6 feet apart.
Point of sale equipment will be frequently cleaned and sanitized.
Employees will take reasonable steps to comply with guidelines on sanitation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
Encourage customers to wear facemasks.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO CUSTOMERS IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Measures will be posted at door of store.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

Each store must know the fire marshal capacity or square feet of the building and ensure social distancing guidelines are followed.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

None outside the normal scope of operations.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

These measures will require some type of marking or tape on the floor at checkout line to ensure adherence to 6-foot social distancing standards.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

Salesperson will at point of sale, encourage customers; either to insert payment card or to provide their own pen to sign the receipt. Receipt should be left on counter.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Yes, a designated employee would be on duty to monitor all procedures.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

General practice (non-COVID) allows for consistent interaction with customers throughout operating hours.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Common practice is that jewelry stores allow one hour for opening and 30 minutes for closing. During this time all showcases and common areas are wiped down, floors vacuumed, inventory displayed or secured. The opening and closing procedure should be expanded to mandate all employees wash their hands and put on gloves upon arriving at work and before any inventory is touched or moved, and also allow for additional sanitation measures to be taken. Gloves must be worn by employees to transfer all jewelry and equipment.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Staff meetings at the beginning of each day should be used to ensure all measures are being implemented.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Stores use a combination of equipment that include a steamer, boiler, ultraviolet light, and alcohol or sanitizer to keep jewelry clean and germ free. Because metals and gemstones have individual characteristics and reactions, the jewelers must be allowed to determine the safest way to clean each item of jewelry.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

No. Just safe distance between employee and customer at all times.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

Jewelers MUST sanitize jewelry at intake. Most all true jewelry stores (not box stores or department stores) already have the capacity to sanitize inventory and do so as standard operating procedure.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Hand sanitizer and disposable gloves should be purchased for use by employees and customers.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Because jewelry is a very intimate purchase the customer employee interaction is in close proximity. This is in the best interest and security of all involved. Jewelers must be allowed to arrange their own sell stations to insure line of sight for the safety of the employees, customers, and inventory. Typically, customers and employees are separated by showcase in an area of approximately 3 feet. To prevent he spread of germs, a sanitizing station should be stationed at the store’s entrance. All come should be asked to clean their hands and put on gloves if necessary. All employees should wear gloves when showing any piece of jewelry. All customers should wear gloves when inspecting jewelry. Trying on rings will be an exception, and in this case, hands must be sanitized. After any jewelry has been touched, it should be re-sanitized before it is returned to the case. Masks will be provided/offered to customers in close proximity situations.
Important to note, sales staff should continuously clean and wipe down common areas throughout the day. Any showcase that has been used to service a customer should be clean as soon as the transaction is complete. Capacity of people in store should be minimized. Salespeople will enforce social distancing to include check outs, browsing, and in general conversations with the public.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Yes. It should be posted in the entrance of the store.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

If needed. Capacity in store should be minimized and monitored.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Additional supplies might need to be purchased.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

Masks should be provided to customers in close proximity situations.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Yes. An employee should be designated to monitor store capacity and capacity in certain sections of the store.

It is essential for the economy for jewelry stores to reopen soon. Jewelers are the only state industry with the knowledge and equipment to best value items of jewelry and scrap gold. Although pawn shops can purchase gold, they are not trained to give the customer the best value and therefore the public suffers in negotiating this blind product. Jewelers can complete a purchase with the public immediately and are best to estimate a fair value for the customer. This is a necessary resource for the public in times of needed cash. Banks do not purchase gold and jewelry. Essential retailers are currently operating and were not closed by the Executive Orders.

LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Full-Service Restaurant – server takes customer’s order at table, delivers food and beverages to customer, used dishes and utensils are removed from table, payment is received from customer.
Limited Service Restaurant – customer’s order is taken at counter, payment is made at counter, food and beverages is delivered to customer at counter or table, customer disposes of own utensils/trash or employees may do so.
Convenient Stores – customer’s order is taken at counter, payment is made at counter, food and beverages are delivered to customer at counter, customer disposes of own utensils/trash or employees may do so.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Post sign on door that no one with a fever or symptoms of COVID-19 is to be permitted in the restaurant.
Staff will limit the number of customers in the restaurant to those that can be adequately distanced 6 feet apart.
Any indoor or outdoor waiting area must be marked so that social distancing standards are met. One member of a party may be allowed in waiting area while other members of their party wait in their car. Tables will be limited to no more than 6 guests per table.
All employees are required to report any fever or illness to supervisor
Employees can wear masks at their discretion.
High customer contact areas (i.e. door entrances) will be cleaned and sanitized every two hours.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Employer/supervisor will communicate with all employees the measures verbally or in writing.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No, the restaurant industry is already very thorough in its cleaning and sanitation processes.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

If a restaurant desires to further expand its seating capacity by placing a physical barrier they may install this type device.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

No, the restaurant industry is already very thorough in its cleaning and sanitation processes.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Gloves are already part of the supplies restaurants use on a daily basis. There should be no additional need for other supplies outside the normal course of business.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Post sign on door that no one with a fever or symptoms of COVID-19 is to be permitted in the restaurant.
Limit the number of customers in the restaurant to those that can be adequately distanced 6 feet apart.
Tables/booths may alternatively be separated by a physical barrier.
Tables will be limited to no more than 6 guests per table.
All employees are required to report any fever or illness to supervisor.
Tables and seating will be sanitized after each guest.
High customer contact areas (e.g. door entrances) will be cleaned every two hours.
Condiments are not to be left on tables. Provided by request and sanitized after usage or disposable packets should be used.
Drink refills shall be in clean/unused glass/cups.
Menus, if laminated, should be cleaned after each usage or paper menus shall be designed for single use and disposed of.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO CUSTOMERS IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Measures will be communicated via social media (Facebook/Instagram) and on the restaurant’s website.
These measures will be posted on the front door/window for clients to read before entering the restaurant.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

None outside the normal scope of operations.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

Yes, for limited service restaurant ordering in which customers stand in line.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

The space between tables/booths must be 6 feet unless a physical barrier is present. If restaurants have self-seating, signage should be placed on tables/booths which are not to be used.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

CLOSE CONTACT FACILITIES INCLUDED:

Waxing Salons

Body Art & Tattoo Facilities

Massage Therapy Facilities

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Work requires direct physical contact with customer.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Use ALL disposable materials & supplies according to KDHE rules.
Services will be provided by appointment only, no walk-in customers.
Post a sign outside the front door/window that states that any customer who has a fever or other COVID-19 symptoms must reschedule their appointment.
Businesses will limit the number of clients in the store.
No persons will be allowed to wait in the store; customers will wait in car until service provider is ready.
All employees will wear facemasks.
Employees will wear protective gloves. (excluding massage therapy – need to be in a private service room. Require customers to wash hands and sanitize prior to receiving massage.)
Consent form – Have you been exposed? Have you traveled recently? Have you had a fever? Agree to voluntary consent for services? etc.
Employees should have temperature taken upon beginning each workday.
Employees should wear a disposable lab-coat or protective gown.
(Tattooing) – Permanent makeup – Use disposable equipment and dispose of after service for each client.
(Microblading) – Dispose of blades after each use.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Owner will meet with all employees and communicate measures verbally in writing.
Kansas Board of Cosmetology must post current bylaws on website. Each organization should print and distribute them.
Kansas Board of Massage Therapy must post current bylaws on website. Each organization should print and distribute them.
Kansas Health Department must post current bylaws on website. Each organization should print and distribute them. All applicable licensure and regulatory boards must post updated rules, regulations, and bylaws on their website.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No sanitation or cleaning outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.
Under existing practice, employees may not leave their service areas without complete sanitization of the workstation.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

Employees will sanitize incoming stock and merchandise.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Facemasks and gloves will be required. One facemask can be used per day. Gloves will be disposed of and changed after each client.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

No employee with a fever or any other symptoms of COVID-19 will provide services to clients.
Only one client per service provider.
No persons will be allowed to sit in waiting area.
Only one person should be admitted to each service room at any time.
Employees will wear protective facemasks and gloves.
All equipment, chairs, and tables used by an employee will be sanitized between clients.
Provide hand sanitizer/sanitization wipes to customers upon arrival.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO CUSTOMERS IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Communicate when appointment is scheduled.
Measures will be communicated via social media (Facebook/Instagram) and on the salon website.
These measures will be posted on the front door/window for clients to read before entering the salon.
Protocols for protection will be distributed to each client entering the building.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No sanitation or cleaning outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.
Under existing practice employees may not leave their service areas without complete sanitization of the workstation.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Generally, if all organizations follow their common cleaning and sanitization practices the risk of contamination is considerably mitigated. Employees will continue to sanitize work area before the start of business and after the close of business each day according to board guidelines.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Barbers work requires close physical contact with the customer.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Services will be provided by appointment only, no walk-in customers.
Customers will be required to sanitize their hands upon entering the building and also before each treatment.
Signs will be posted at the entrance and at eye-level at each workstation stating that any customer who has symptoms of COVID-19 must reschedule their appointment.
Limitations will be placed on the number of customers in the barber shop to one per barber.
Barber shops with three or few barbers may resume operations so long as social distancing and other measures described herein are maintained.
Barber shops with four or more barbers must stagger the work schedules so that no more than 50% of the normal number of barbers will be in the barber shop at a time.
Barber stations will be separated by at least six feet from other stations. o All barbers will wear facemasks.

Barbers will wear protective gloves. o Payment for services may be non-cash only.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Owner will meet with all barbers communicate the above measures verbally and in writing.
All barbers will be required to sign a statement acknowledging they understand and will adhere to the guidelines.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No cleansing, disinfecting, or sanitizing outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

No. Only protective facemasks and gloves.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

No. However, stylists will sanitize all equipment, capes, and chairs after providing services to each client.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Facemasks and gloves will be required. One facemask can be used per day. Gloves will be disposed of and changed after each client.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

No barber displaying symptoms of COVID-19 will provide services to customers.
The number of customers in a shop will be limited to 50% of normal capacity.
No persons will be allowed to sit in the waiting area.
Barber stations should be at least six feet apart.
Barbers will wear protective facemasks or facial shields.
All equipment used by a barber will be sanitized between customers.
Services will be limited to haircuts and neck shaves only.
Payment for all transactions may be non-cash.
Customers will swipe card payments and the terminals will be cleaned by shop employees after each use.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO CUSTOMERS IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Measures will be posted on the front door/window and at eye-level at each workstation.
Measures will be communicated via social media (Facebook/Instagram) and on the barber shop’s website.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No sanitation or cleaning outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

The space between barber stations must be at least six feet.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

The barber shop will only use one entrance and the door will be cleaned using disinfectant every hour. Stylists will sanitize work area before the start business and after the close of business each day

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Work requires direct physical contact with customer.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Services will be provided by appointment only, no walk-in customers.
Post a sign outside the front door/window that states that any customer who has symptoms of COVID-19 must reschedule their appointment.
Salons will limit the number of clients in the store to one person per stylist.
Customers will be required to wash/sanitize hands upon entering the salon.
No persons will be allowed to wait in the store while a stylist is with another customer.
Salons with three or fewer employees may resume operations so long as social distancing & other measures described herein are maintained.
For Salons with four or more stylist’s schedules will be staggered so that no more than 50% of stylists will be in the store at a time.
Stylist stations will be separated by at least six feet from other stations.
All stylists will wear facemasks.
Stylists will wear protective gloves (except when cutting hair)

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Owner will meet with all stylists and communicate measures verbally and in writing.
All employees will be required to sign a statement acknowledging they understand and will adhere to the guidelines.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No cleansing, disinfecting, or sanitizing outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

No. Only protective facemasks and gloves.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

No. However, stylists will sanitize all equipment, capes, and chairs after providing services to each client.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Facemasks and gloves will be required. One facemask can be used per day. Gloves will be disposed of and changed after each client.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

No stylist with COVID-19 symptoms will provide services to clients.
The number of clients in a salon at a time will be limited to three or 50% of normal capacity.
No persons will be allowed to sit in waiting area.
Stylist station must be at least six feet apart.
Stylists will wear protective facemasks and gloves.
All equipment used by a stylist will be sanitized between clients.
The salon will not provide books, magazines, or any reading material for clients.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO CUSTOMERS IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Communicate by phone prior to appointment.
Measures will be communicated via social media (Facebook/Instagram) and on the salon website.
These measures will be posted on the front door/window for clients to read before entering the salon.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No sanitation or cleaning outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

The space between stylists’ stations must be a least six feet.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Generally, if all organizations follow their common cleaning and sanitization practices risk of contamination is considerably mitigated. Employees will continue to sanitize work area before the start business and after the close of business each day according to board guidelines.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Provide services for manicures and pedicures; gel polish manicures; dip manicures and acrylic nail treatment. Work requires direct physical contact with the customer.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Services will be provided by appointment only, no walk-in customers.
Customers will be required to wash their hands upon entering the building and also before each treatment.
Signs will be posted at the entrance and eye-level at each workstation stating that any customer who has a fever or exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 must reschedule their appointment.
Salons will limit the number of customers in the salon to one per technician.
Salons with three or fewer technicians may resume operations so long as social distancing and other measures described herein are maintained. o Salons with four or more technicians must stagger the work schedules so that no more than 50% of the normal number of technicians will be in the salon at a time.
Technician stations will be separated by at least six feet apart from other stations.
All technicians will wear facemasks.
Technicians will wear protective gloves.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Owner will meet with all technicians communicate the above measures verbally and in writing.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No cleansing, disinfecting, and sanitizing outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

No. Only protective facemasks and gloves.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

No. However, stylists will sanitize all equipment and chairs after providing services to each client.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Facemasks and gloves will be required. One facemask can be used per day. Gloves will be disposed of and changed after each client.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

No technician who has a fever or exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 will provide services to customers. The temperature of each technician will be checked before the technician meets with the first customer of the day.
The number of customers in a salon will be limited to three or 50% of normal capacity, whichever is more.
Waiting areas will be closed.
Technician stations must be at least 6 feet apart.
Technicians will wear protective facemasks and gloves.
Any tools designed for one-time use will be discarded after use.
All equipment and workstations will be cleansed, disinfected and sanitized between customers.
The salon will not provide books, magazines, or any reading material for customers.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO CUSTOMERS IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Measures will be posted on the front door/window and at eye-level at each workstation.
Measures will be communicated via social media (Facebook/Instagram) and on the salon’s website.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No sanitation or cleaning outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

The space between technician stations must be at least six feet.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

The salon will only use one entrance and the door will be cleaned using disinfectant every hour. Stylists will sanitize work area before the start business and after the close of business each day.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Very minimal customer interaction.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Employees who display symptoms of COVID-19 will be sent home.
Provide a place to wash hands.
Recommend alcohol and gel-based hand sanitizers in salons for employees.
Issue face masks and gloves for all employees to wear while at work.
Implement mobile messaging that will allow customers to wait in their cars until their session is ready.
Avoid using other employees’ phones, desks, offices, or other work tools. If necessary, clean and disinfect them before and after use.
Take all steps to comply with guidelines on sanitation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Kansas Department of Public Health.
Practice sensible social distancing, maintaining six feet between co-workers.
Provide workers and customers with tissues and trash receptacles.
Retrain employees in proper hygiene practices.
Encourage employees to report any safety and health concerns to the employer.
Retrain employees in proper hygiene practices if needed.
Encourage employees to report any safety and health concerns to the employer.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Through verbal and written instruction.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Yes, CDC recommended disinfectant.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

No. Only protective facemasks and gloves.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes, face mask and gloves.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Implement mobile messaging app that will allow customers to wait in their cars until their session is ready.
Supply gel-based hand sanitizers for customers and employees to encourage hand hygiene.
Sanitize all tanning equipment and client contact surfaces with our EPA- hospital-grade disinfectant.
Encourage customers to wear a facemask over their nose and mouth to prevent them from spreading the virus to employees.
Provide no-touch disposal receptacles.
Clearly mark six feet distances in lines at cash registers and in other high-traffic areas.
Use laundry machines according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use warmest Appropriate water settings and dry items completely.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO CUSTOMERS IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Email all customers and post notice at store.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No sanitation or cleaning outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

Yes, it will require markings on the floor.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

The Professional Indoor Tanning Industry is a “no-touch” industry and has many of the same characteristics as retail mercantile establishments. This industry it sometimes utilized by dermatological patients at the referral of their doctor. Following professional and routine sanitization of tanning facilities and tanning equipment as well all adherence to recommended guidelines for employees and customers should ensure that risk of COVID-19 transmission is low.

OVERVIEW

The Centers for Disease Control has issued significant guidance about how best to deal with COVID 19 in the childcare setting. Childcare facilities should operate in compliance with the KDHE issued health orders regarding child/staff ratios, limitation of 11 children in a childcare facility at any time.

Childcare service facilities should take every reasonable measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Hand washing, wish soap and water, is the preferred method of sanitation according to KDHE guidelines. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces. Employees should wear a facemask.

Children and staff who have a temperature or exhibit any other COVID-19 symptoms should stay home. Childcare facilities should be immediately notified if any staff members or children exhibit COVID-19 symptoms. Childcare facilities should establish procedures guaranteeing that children or staff who begin exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms after the start of each day are separated from others and sent home as soon as possible. Childcare facilities should establish procedures for administering temperature screening of staff on arrival every day. Anyone living in a home-based Child Care facility should follow the same guidelines as employees who work there.

All childcare facilities should ensure sure that all contact information for parents, staff and emergency contacts is current and establish a process for quickly Childcare facilities should establish communicating with families, staff, and emergency contacts. Staff who are at greater risk from COVID19 should consult with health professionals to assess their risk of currently working with children. Ensure that child/staff ratios are in compliance with KDHE guidelines and health orders regarding maximum number of children per classroom.

Considering the difficulty of consistently implementing social distancing within childcare facilities the CDC recommends that each class should include the same children and staff each day. Each group should be self-contained, particularly if the group is serving children of health care workers or first responders who have an increased likelihood of exposure to COVID-19. Childcare facilities should limit the mixing of children on playground and play areas. Childcare facilities should consider staggering arrival and drop-off times of children in separate classes to limit direct contact between parents and children from separate classes.

Childcare centers should prioritize sanitization and developing a daily schedule for sanitizing all high traffic areas as well as frequently touched items and surfaces. Childcare facilities should follow all CDC recommended cleaning guidelines.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Evaluation and treatment of acute and chronic illness, encouraging lifestyle modifications to prevent onset and progression of chronic diseases and the encouragement of wellness. Interaction with patients includes direct physical contact with the patient. Physicians interact with multiple patients each day and patients interact with multiple staff members each encounter.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Staff will be educated and trained on the appropriate use and disposal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and will have appropriate PPE available to them.
All staff will be screened for symptoms of Covid-19. Temperatures will be taken each day upon arrival at the facility. Staff with any signs or symptoms will be immediately sent home or referred to the appropriate health care facility.
The waiting room will be closed except that one person per patient will be permitted only if necessary, i.e., parent with child, caregiver for patients with disabilities.
Persons accompanying patients will be required to wait in the car.
Patients will be required to wait in the car and will be notified via cell phone when an exam room is available, and they will be escorted directly into exam room.
Patients will be screened upon arrival and those who are ill or possibly with symptoms of Covid19 will be referred to the appropriate health care facility.
When possible, non-emergent conditions will be handled via telemedicine.
Routine follow ups on stable conditions and the reporting of test results will be done via telemedicine or the patient portal.
All staff and physicians will wear facemasks and gloves. o The office will be cleaned and disinfected daily.
Exam rooms will be cleaned and disinfected after each patient encounter.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Doctors will meet with all staff and present the COVID-19 guidelines and instructions.
Doctors and staff will be required to adhere to guidelines established by the American Medical Association and the American Dental Association and their state counterparts.
Training on the appropriate use and disposal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and will have appropriate PPE available to them. o Appropriate signage, in service training and reminders will be used to provide an atmosphere of hypervigilance and precaution to ensure the safety of all patients, staff and providers.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

The protocol for cleaning and sanitizing is established by the American Medical Association.
Physicians’ offices will be required to use facemasks, protective eyewear, shoe covers, disposable gowns

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Staff at checkout will be required to wear gloves.
Credit card receipts will be emailed or mailed to the patient, no exchange of paper between staff and patient.
Staff will present post-operative instruction and written prescriptions to the patient while wearing gloves.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Facemasks and gloves

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

The number of patients inside the office building will be limited. In general, patients will be encouraged to wait in their vehicles and will be notified via cell phone when an exam room is available.
Patients will be encouraged to wear facemasks.
The waiting room will be closed except for situations where the patient requires assistance, e.g., parent/child, elderly, patients with disabilities and where it is not practical for the attendant to wait in their vehicle.
When possible, patients will utilize telemedicine services to avoid entering the building.
When possible, the scheduling of patients will separate the well from the sick, e.g., well patient follow ups scheduled in the mornings and sick patients in the afternoons.
When possible, some encounters may be done in the parking lot to avoid the patient entering the office building.
High risk patients will use a separate entrance and exit and will be escorted directly to an exam room and avoid the waiting room.
Physicians and staff will wear facemasks and gloves.
Office and exam rooms will be cleaned and disinfected between patients.
Any equipment used will be cleaned and disinfected after each use.
All staff will be screened for symptoms of Covid-19 including the taking of temperatures each day upon arrival at the facility. Any staff with any signs or symptoms will be immediately sent home or referred to the appropriate health care facility.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Patients will be called prior to their appointment.
Staff will ask patients a series of questions about their current health.
If a patient says they have any signs of sickness, the appointment will be rescheduled.
On the pre-visit phone call, the staff will inform the patient of the new procedures which will include patient calling the office upon arrival, waiting in their car and a temperature screening prior to the patient entering the building accompanied by staff.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

The use of the waiting room will be limited to the greatest extent possible and if it is required then social distancing of at least 6 feet between patients will be maintained.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Yes, staff will be assigned to sanitize bathrooms and surfaces at checkout.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Dentists and staff will have close physical contact and interaction with patients. Dentists and hygienists use hands and tools to work in the mouths of patients.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Dentists and their staff members are required to follow rules set forth by OSHA, CDC, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, and the Kansas Board of Dental Examiners.
Services will be provided by appointment. If a walkup patient arrives that patient will be evaluated in the same manner as an appointed patient, provided that the schedule allows for the extra patient.
Patients will be met at their car by staff wearing a facemask and gloves for a screening process that will include assessment of fever, cough, previous COVID -19 exposure, and presence of any other infection.
If any symptoms are present, the patient may, upon availability of suitable testing kits, be tested for the COVID 19 virus. If the test is positive, the patient will be referred to a physician or hospital for further medical diagnosis and the dental appointment will be rescheduled after the patient receives clearance from a physician as to the absence of virus.
Patients in the waiting area of the office will be minimized by the numbers to maintain social distancing; parents with children or adults accompanying elderly patients may wait in the waiting room, while the patient is being treated.
Patients will be separated from other patients in the office by at least 6 feet.
Employees shall adhere to established guidelines for infection control as mandated by OSHA, and CDC using the most appropriate commercially available PPE including level 1, 2, 3 surgical masks, face shields, gloves, and gowns. As N95 masks are again available to dentists commercially, they may be used as an option when high aerosolization is anticipated.
Gloves will be disposed of after each patient. o Gowns can be disposable or constructed of materials which would allow them to be laundered and sanitized on site.
All instruments will be either disposed of or sterilized in an autoclave and will be individually wrapped for each patient.
Dental chairs and facial shields will be cleaned and sanitized after each patient.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Dentists will meet with all staff and present the COVID-19 guidelines and instructions.
Staff will be required to adhere to guidelines established by OSHA, CDC, and the Kansas Board of Dental Examiners.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Employees shall adhere to established guidelines for infection control as prescribed by OSHA, CDC, the Board of Dental Examiners of Kansas, and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment using the required and commercially available PPE.
Cloth gowns can be used as long as on-site sanitizing and laundering can occur.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

The staff member handling check-ins and check-outs will be required to wear gloves.
Credit cards will be sanitized before and after use.
Dental offices may establish self-service kiosks to handle all administrative activities with patients. If kiosks are used, they must be sanitized after each use by each patient.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

Dental office will continue to follow the protocols required by the Kansas Board of Dental Examiners for handling stock.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. The CDC requires dentists to use surgical face masks, gloves, protective eyewear, face shields and protective clothing (reusable or disposal gowns, jacket, lab coat), one surgical mask for each patient.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

No employee will be allowed to work if they have a fever or any other symptoms of COVID-19.
No additional persons will be allowed in the waiting room until social distancing of six feet can be maintained. Patients will be brought into the office by a staff member one at a time.
Patients will be brought into the office by a staff member one at a time.
Patients will be separated from each other at all times by at least 6 feet. Employees will wear PPE as described above.
All equipment, including dental chairs will be cleaned and sanitized before each patient is seated. Dental chairs cannot be sterilized but they can be sanitized.
No reading materials will be provided to patients.
Any bathroom in the office will be sanitized by staff after each use.
Offices should be encouraged to consider the efficacy of powered air-purifying room air purifiers with high-efficiency particulate arrestance (HEPA) filters.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO CUSTOMERS IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

The Board of Dental Examiners has the means to communicate with all licensed dentists by email, text, or regular mail.
Patients will be notified prior to their appointment.
Staff will ask the patient a series of questions about their current health.
If a patient says they have any signs of illness, the appointment will be rescheduled.
On the pre-visit communication, the staff member will inform the patient of the new procedures which will include patient calling the office upon arrival to the office and waiting in their car for a health screening, as described above, prior to entering the building.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Therapists and staff have close and direct physical contact with patients. Therapists use hands-on treatment methods and less than 3 feet distance during the majority of the patient’s treatment. Front desk personnel will generally be able to maintain a distance of 6 feet from the patient except for a brief period at the point of sale.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Patients who have a fever, cough or any signs of sickness must reschedule their appointment.
The waiting room area will be closed to the general public. Patients will call the office upon their arrival and will be escorted by staff into the therapy room when the therapist is ready to treat the patient.
All therapists and staff will wear facemasks and gloves.
Protective shields will be installed at the check-in, check-out, and point of sale areas.
Patients will be encouraged to wear facemasks
Staff will receive training in the correct use of PPE and prevention of contamination of clothing, skin, and environment
Staff will perform stringent and enhanced sanitation measures between patients

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Therapists will provide verbal and written instructions to staff on the proper use of PPE and prevention of contamination of clothing, skin, and environment.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Yes. The office and equipment will be cleaned and sanitized more frequently during the day and between each patient session.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Protective shields will be installed at all open desks or counters to prevent support staff from direct contact with the patient.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

None outside the normal course of business.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Additional masks and gloves will be required in order to achieve universal precautions. Gloves must be changed between patient sessions.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

The number of patients inside the office will be limited to one patient per therapist at a time.
The waiting area will be closed; patients must wait in their cars until the therapist is ready to see them.
The office will be completely disinfected and sanitized upon the opening and close of business each day.
All rooms, equipment, furniture, and tools used will be cleaned and sanitized between each patient session.
All therapists and staff will wear facemasks and gloves
All staff will be screened for symptoms of COVID-19, including temperatures taken each day upon arrival to the office.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Safety protocols will be provided in writing to patients as they enter the building and posted throughout the office.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Yes. Additional disinfectant supplies and equipment will be needed for areas of patient contact.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

None in addition to what is described above.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Additional staff will be needed to perform more frequent and thorough sanitizing.

With regard to Physical Therapy clinics, patients and employees will be protected from the transmission of COVID-19 by a number of protective measures. These protective measures include, but are not limited to, rescheduling of appointments if a patient is displaying symptoms of COVID-19, waiting room areas will be closed to the general public, all therapists and staff will wear facemasks and gloves, protective shields will be installed at all point of sale counters, patients will be encouraged to wear facemasks, all staff will receive extensive training on the correct use of PPE, and all clinics will perform stringent and enhanced cleaning between treating patients.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Routine eye examinations, eyeglasses, and contact lens fittings. Work requires direct physical contact with patients. This may involve touching members of the public on the face, coming in contact with mucous membranes (conjunctiva) and bodily fluids (tears, mucous).

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Services will be provided by appointment only, no walk-in patients.
Signs will be posted on the front door/window that stating that any patient who has a fever or cough must reschedule their appointment.
Ask each person before initiating service:
- At office entry Patient/companion’s normal temperature verified
- Have you had any cold/flu symptoms recently?
- Have you come in contact with another person who has been diagnosed with COVID 19?
Limit the number of people in the office to one person per doctor, technician, or optician. A patient may bring one companion into the office (e.g., a minor, or an assistant if the patient has special needs).
No additional persons will be allowed to wait in the building.
All employees will maintain social distancing measures.
Optical stations will be separated by at least six (6) feet apart.
All employees interacting with the public will wear facemasks.
CDC hand washing, office disinfection, and other infection control guidelines, including appropriate wearing disposable gloves will be observed.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Owner/managers will meet with all employees and communicate measures verbally and in writing.
All employees will be required to sign a statement acknowledging they understand and will adhere to the guidelines.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No sanitation or cleaning outside of the normal scope of operations would be required to reopen.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Screens are encouraged, but not required. Only protective facemasks are required.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

No. However, doctors, technicians, and opticians will sanitize all equipment, chin rests, and chairs after providing services to each patient.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Facemasks will be required. One facemask can be used per day. Gloves, if used, will be disposed of, and changed after each patient.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

No employee with a fever or cough will provide services to clients.
The number of patients in the building will be limited.
No persons will be allowed to sit in waiting area.
Optical station must be at least six (6) feet apart.
Employees will wear protective facemasks.
All equipment will be sanitized between patients.
The office will not provide books, magazines, or any reading material, for patients.
Office space and CDC-based surface disinfection (e.g. check in desk, restrooms) will be clean and disinfected according to guidelines.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Measures will be communicated via social media (Facebook/Instagram) and on the practice website. These measures will be posted on the front door/window for patients to read before entering the practice staff.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

The space between optical stations must be at least six (6) feet.
Social distancing recommendations followed in other areas, based upon office/clinic design.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

No, each employee will be tasked with cleaning the area they use.
The office will not provide books, magazines, or any reading material, for patients.
Office space and CDC-based surface disinfection (e.g. check in desk, restrooms) will be clean and disinfected according to guidelines.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Measures will be communicated via social media (Facebook/Instagram) and on the practice website.
These measures will be posted on the front door/window for patients to read before entering the practice staff.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

The space between optical stations must be at least six (6) feet.
Social distancing recommendations followed in other areas, based upon office/clinic design.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

No, each employee will be tasked with cleaning the area they use.

The practice will only use one public entrance and the door will be cleaned using disinfectant every hour. Employees will sanitize their work area before the start business and after the close of business each day. A notice will be posted encouraging customers to use credit/debit cards or PayPal/Venmo (if available) for payment for services payments.

GAMING FACILITIES INCLUDED:

Racetracks

Casinos

Bingo Halls

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Cashiers and attendants have limited interaction with customers via purchase of BINGO cards, placing of wagers on races, and payouts of prizes by physical cash.
Food service area employees have limited interaction with customers through exchange of physical cash.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Temperature screenings of all employees prior to entering the facility/venue.
Posting of a sign outside the entrance that states that any customer who has a fever or displays COVID-19 symptoms will not be allowed entry into the facility.
Limit the number of customers in the venue to better utilize best practices for social distancing (35% of posted occupancy by Fire Marshall).
Encouragement of touch-free payment options for BINGO card purchases, placement of wagers, and prize payouts.
All staff will use PPE as deemed necessary.
Food service, entrance areas, and seating will be frequently sanitized and upon customer request.
Food service areas will adhere to the same guidelines as restaurants.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Owner-Operator or management will safely communicate with all employees either verbally or in writing.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Yes, additional hand sanitizing stations will be utilized.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Yes, barriers may be needed in some areas. Specifically, barriers could be used at BINGO card purchasing stations, wager windows or stations, and food service areas.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Gloves and masks may be required, and usage could vary based on the level of interaction with customers, namely the touching of physical BINGO cards and/or cash.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Limited capacity facility seating (35% of posted occupancy by Fire Marshall).
Staggered use of machines (i.e. turning off every other machine in order to keep a 6-foot distance between patrons).
Limited capacity for food service seating to employ 6-foot distance between patrons.
Food service areas will adhere to the same guidelines as restaurants.
Frequent cleaning and sterilization of high touch areas (i.e. Cleaning machines and BINGO aides after every use).
Additional hand sanitizing stations will be available to patrons and employees.
Informative messaging on best practices for social distancing within the facility, hand washing, etc.
Customers will be barred entrance once the safe social distancing capacity has been reached.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Measures will be communicated via social media, facility’s website, and via physical signage in the facility.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Additional hand sanitizing stations will be needed.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

Yes. In the food service, BINGO card exchange, and wagering windows markings will be utilized.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

All areas of close proximity within the facility will employ social distancing requirements of 6 feet.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

No. All employees will be educated and trained on best practices for sanitization.

In an effort to protect both patrons and employees of gaming facilities, management should employ numerous safety measures. These safety measures should include: taking the temperatures of all employees prior to entering the facility, posting of signs that prohibits the entrance of any customer if they have experienced a fever or exhibits COVID-19 symptoms, limiting the number of employees and guaranteeing a 6-foot distance between patrons, encouraging touch-free payment options for wagers and payouts, staggering of machine usage, cleaning of machines and BINGO aides, and requiring PPE usage by staff as needed. Sanitizing protocols should be put in place by management in accordance with CDC guidelines.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Limited interaction between employees and customers.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Spreading of equipment to maintain a distance of 6 feet between machines.
Employees should perform regular cleaning and encourage customer assistance with cleaning equipment after each use.
Encourage the following of CDC guidelines for monitoring of employee and customer health.
Prohibit access to the facility for anyone who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19.
Employees and customers should be encouraged to wear PPE where applicable.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Employees should be trained on CDC guidelines and social distancing best practices.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Purchasing of additional CDC recommended cleaning supplies.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Some locations may require barriers to separate customers and/or employees. Barriers and signage made available in all common areas.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Facemasks can be used once daily. Gloves may be available for employers and customers.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Practice social distancing (utilize signage/barriers and floor/seat markers to instruct customers to remain 6 feet apart.)
Promote the use of self-serve checkout registers and clean them regular.
Make hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes available throughout the facility.
Employees will wear protective masks and gloves where applicable.
All countertops should be sanitized between customers.
No food products consumed on premise by employees or customers.
Customers and employees should bring their own water or other drinks.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Employees should be trained on CDC guidelines and social distancing best practices.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Additional CDC recommended cleaning products.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

Postings of signs encouraging social distancing should be visible to the customers. Barriers between equipment may be installed for additional protection.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Yes, management will need to develop a checklist for sanitization in compliance with CDC guidelines and designate an employee to monitor to store capacity.

Exercise facilities can safely reopen by following CDC recommended guidelines for sanitization and social distancing. Machines and/or equipment can be placed at a safe distance of 6 feet to discourage close contact between customers. Where necessary, additional barriers may be installed to avoid contact between customers. Customers and employees should be encouraged to wear PPE where applicable.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Cashiers/ticket takers at the entrance would have some limited interaction with customers via ticket exchange and payments of physical cash.
Food service area employees have limited interaction with customers through exchange of physical cash.
Retail service area employees have limited interaction with customers through exchange of physical cash.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Temperature screenings taken daily for all employees upon entry to the facility.
Post a sign outside the entrance that states that any customer who has a fever or exhibits any signs of COVID-19 will not be allowed entrance.
Limit the number of customers in venue to social distancing guidelines issued by CDC and ADPH.
Encouragement of touch-free payment options for ticketing, food, and retail service.
All staff will use PPE as deemed necessary.
Food service and retail service areas will be frequently sanitized or upon customer requests.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Owner/Management will meet with all employees and communicate measures verbally and in writing.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Additional hand sanitizing stations could be utilized.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Yes, barriers may be needed in some areas, namely the ticket taking/entrance, retail, and food service areas.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Gloves may be required, and usage could vary based on the level of interaction with customers, namely the touching of physical cash.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Increased emphasis on touch-free payment options.
Frequent cleaning/sterilization of high touch areas.
Employees will wear gloves as needed.
Additional hand sanitizer stations.
Informative messaging on best practices for social distancing, hand washing, etc.
Customers will be barred entry once social distancing capacity has been reached.
Interactive exhibit (touch and feel exhibits, play areas) may be closed or modified to help maintain best practices for health and safety.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Measures will be communicated via social media (Facebook/Instagram) and on the museum’s website.
Measures will be posted at the entrance of the museum for customers to read before entering.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Additional hand sanitizing with additional hand sanitizer stations.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

Yes, in some food service or retail service areas, as well as at the entrance/ticket booth. It may also be needed in some high-traffic exhibit spaces to help maintain social distancing best practices.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

Space between customers in food service and retail areas, as well as the ticket booth, will be set at the recommended 6 feet. It may also be necessary to set the same requirement in high traffic exhibit areas.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

No, all employees would be educated/trained in best practices for sanitization.

In order to protect the general public and their employees, museums will put strict social distancing and sanitization protocols in place. They will maintain a distance of six feet between patrons throughout the museum. Museums will implement extensive and stringent cleaning methods in their facilities to avoid to transmission of the virus the causes COVID-19.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Cashiers and ticket takers at the entrance have limited interaction with customers at the ticket exchange.
Food service area employees have limited interaction with customers through exchange of cash money.
Retail service area employees have limited interaction with customers through exchange of currency.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Temperature readings taken daily for all employees upon entry to the venue.
Limit the number of customers in venue to social distancing best practices.
Encouraging touch-free payment options for ticketing, food, and retail service.
All staff to use PPEs as deemed necessary.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Management will meet with all employees and communicate measures verbally and in writing.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Additional hand sanitizing stations could be utilized.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Yes, barriers may be needed in some areas, namely the ticket taking/entrance, retail, and food services.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Gloves may be required, and usage could vary based on the level of interaction with customers, namely the interaction of touch with physical currency.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Limited capacity for food service and retail areas, as well as in venue seating. Adhere to the same regulations and guidelines as restaurants and retail.
Increased emphasis on touch-free payment options.
Frequent cleaning and sanitizing of high-touch areas.
Employees will wear gloves as needed.
Additional hand sanitizer stations as needed.
Limitation of seating in food service area and auditorium space to employ social distancing best practice of six feet.
Customers will be barred entry once building capacity has been reached.
Interactive exhibits may be closed or modified to help maintain best practices for health and safety.
Employees will sanitize common areas frequently and at customer requests.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Informative messaging posted on best practices for social distancing and hand washing.
Measures will be communicated via social media and on the attraction website.
These measures will be posted at the entry for customers to read before entering.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Additional hand sanitizer for additional stations.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

Yes. In some food service, retail service areas, and ticket booths.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

Yes. These areas will adhere to the social distancing practice of six feet.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Ensuring that social distancing measures are implemented in high traffic areas will be the key component to combatting COVID-19 in this industry. These measures can be communicated to businesses in this industry by a public press release and/or an announcement by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

YOUTH ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES INCLUDED:

Baseball

Softball

COACH AND PLAYER PROTECTIVE MEASURES

The following health and safety measures should be implemented along with additional league, municipal, county, state, and CDC recommendations:

Ensure that all player equipment is properly spaced to limit interaction
Coaches, players, parents, and attendees are required to practice responsible social distancing when and where possible, especially in common areas (i.e. dugouts)
Limit the use of team-shared equipment and encourage the cleaning and sanitizing of this equipment after each use
Strictly monitor the health of each employee, coach, and player and require any individual with a fever or other symptoms of COVID-19 to not participate in team activities
Require all employees, officials, and coaches to wear PPE, especially facemasks where applicable
Encourage use of face masks by players and in close contact areas and situations where applicable
Facilities should increase frequency of cleaning and sanitizing measures especially in areas of high traffic, such as restrooms
No food or concession sales will be allowed at facilities
Public restrooms should be limited to a one-in-one-out policy
Practices and games should be scheduled to allow for additional time for teams and attendees to exit the premises before other teams and attendees enter

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Owner or appropriate official should use all means of communication currently in practice, such as social media, email, and website notices to share measures with parents and players
Notices on measures that apply to attendees should be posted at all entrances

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Yes. All cleaning supplies suggested by the CDC should be utilized.
Encourage hand sanitizing stations at entrances to facilities

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Each player and coach will need access to gloves and facemasks for practice and games.

Maintaining social distancing and following the measures recommended in this section will be critical to establishing safe and healthy operations of youth recreational activities and sports. The application of the recommendations may vary by sport; however, these measures should not exclude or largely deviate from how they are described in this section.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Provide prescription medication, medication counseling and immunizations to patients. Some work requires direct physical contact with customer.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Pharmacy personnel to wear PPE is encouraged.
Encourage all prescribers to submit prescription orders via telephone or electronically. The pharmacy should have procedures to avoid handling paper prescriptions.
Drive through and curbside service for prescription pick up.
Delivery of pharmacy items to patients’ home where possible.
Strategies to limit direct contact with customers include:
- Packaged medication can be placed on a counter for the patient to retrieve.
- Avoid handling insurance or benefit cards.
- Avoid touching objects that have been handled by patients.
Widen check-out counters for social distancing.
Utilize plastic shields/screens at check-out and other counters.
Provide hand sanitizer on counters for use by customers and have sufficient and easy access to soap and water or hand sanitizer for staff. o Increase cleaning measures and supplies for the pharmacy area.
Limit transactions to patient or authorized representative only to decrease occupancy.
Practice social distancing (utilize signage/ barriers and floor/seat markers to instruct waiting patients to remain 6 feet apart).
Promote the use of self-serve checkout registers and clean them frequently. Have hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes at register locations for use by customers.
Close self-serve blood pressure units.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

No sanitation or cleaning outside of the normal scope of operations would be required.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Yes. Barriers placed at counters.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Facemasks and gloves will be needed as appropriate. One facemask can be used per day. Gloves will be disposed of and changed as needed.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Practice social distancing (utilize signage/ barriers and floor/seat markers to instruct waiting patients to remain 6 feet apart).
Promote the use of self-serve checkout registers and clean them frequently.
Have hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes at register locations for use by patients.
Pharmacy personnel will wear protective facemasks and gloves as appropriate.
All countertops should be sanitized between patients.
The pharmacy will not provide books, magazines, or any reading material, for clients.
Drive through and curbside service for prescription pick up.
Delivery of pharmacy items to patients’ home where possible

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

These measures may be posted on the front door or window for patients to read before entering the pharmacy.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

None outside the normal scope of operations.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

Yes. Barriers and/or floor/seat markers (tape, etc.) may be needed.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

The space between waiting area chairs and patients in line will require marking.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Yes, the owner/manager or designated employee would be on duty to monitor all procedures.
When applicable, an employee should be designated to monitor store capacity.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

High level of close contact with the customer.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Disinfecting wipes for agents and clients for all in-person real estate showings.
Employee(s) designated for COVID-19 disinfecting.
Instant result testing kits.
Disinfecting supplies for homes to be shown to buyers.
Maintain social distancing requirements on showing.
Clean the office and limit number of people in office at one time.
Sanitizing station in home-minimum soap, paper towels, garbage can, hand sanitizer if possible, provided by seller.
Only realtor or sellers turn lights on, open doors, cabinets, closets etc. Sanitize everything touched. Only allow adult buyers in the home-no other family members. Young children carried or hold adult’s hand to prevent touching. Take shoes off or wear shoe covers. No sick o recently sick people come inside.
Upgrade housekeeping efforts
Booties to cover shoes when entering a home is recommended.
Virtual tours and safety precautions such as mask and gloves when showing is recommended when possible.
Digital notary seal and remote signings
Deal only with the decision maker when showing a house
Electronic closing on home loans
Requiring proof of funds prior to private showings, limiting the number of family members per showing.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Social media communication
Flyers
Staff safety meetings
Posters
Phone calls and text messages
Personal notification via text, email, or phone before meeting clients
Verbally
Online staff meetings
Emails

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Disinfectant wipes
Hand sanitizer
Disinfectant cleaners
Bleach

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Gloves, masks, sanitizer, disinfecting wipes for entering properties.
Agents & clients that need to evaluate a property or attend a closing.
Face masks and shields for all agents.
Gloves and masks for house showings.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Disinfecting wipes for agents and clients for all in-person real estate showings.
Disinfecting supplies for homes to be shown to buyers.
Maintain social distancing requirements on showing.
Clean the office and limit number of people in office at one time
Sanitizing station in homes.
Ask that customers only open doors and not cabinets during these times.
Only realtor or sellers turn lights on, open doors, cabinets, closets etc. Sanitize everything touched. Only allow adult buyers in the home and no other family members. No sick or recently sick people come inside
Booties to cover shoes when entering a home
Virtual tours and open houses.
Digital notary seal and remote signings
Deal only with the decision maker when showing a house.
Electronic closing on home loans
Requiring proof of funds prior to private showings, limiting the number of family members per showing.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Social media communication
Flyers
Staff safety meetings
Posters
Phone calls and text messages
Personal notification via text, email, or phone before meeting clients
Verbally
Online staff meetings
Emails

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Disinfectant wipes
Hand sanitizer
Disinfectant cleaners
Bleach

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

Ensure social distancing guidelines are followed by riding in separate cars to showings.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Yes. Designate person or schedule for sanitizing the office or house after a showing.

Tenant education is important. Utilize lock boxes and implement one day showings. Reduce client attendance for showings; Clients should be cleaning their homes. When possible move to a virtual showing platform ONLY for home showings of occupied properties. It is difficult to guarantee safety for buyers and sellers while showing occupied property. There is still risk with unoccupied property, but at least having everyone sanitize hands and wear masks in the property protects buyers. Employment of videographers to shoot virtual tours eliminating homes not attractive to potential buyers and making actual showings more effective and eliminating potential exposure for both sellers and potential buyers would be helpful.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Regular face-to-face meetings and interactions. Required teamwork in close quarters.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Field fever tests before employees allowed to enter an active construction site.
Require masks if working with others.
Multiple required hand-washing stations on a construction site.
Sanitize all materials and tools if being delivered by a third-party.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Construction foreman will notify all workers verbally and in writing.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Yes. Hand washing materials & supplies, masks, forehead fever test devices, and cleaning supplies for tools and materials.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

Yes. All equipment, material and tools will be sanitized at the beginning of the workday and upon delivery by a third party.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Yes. Masks will be needed depending on the proximity of construction workers to each other, time spent in a team, and the requirement for teamwork to complete daily tasks.

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Foreman meetings and announcements and posted signs in English and Spanish on the job site.

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Yes – Hand washing materials & supplies, masks, forehead fever test devices, and cleaning supplies for tools and materials.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

Social distancing is not feasible on an active construction site. Masks will be required for people working in groups or in proximity of less than 6 feet from each other.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Yes. Somebody will have to sanitize tools and materials when delivered by a third-party.

AVERAGE LEVEL OF CUSTOMER INTERACTION

Minimal, if any.

EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Establish an internal pandemic response team who will design and implement a “return-towork” plan.
Establish an adequate supply of preventative material inventory (soap, sanitizer, thermometers, etc.).
Establish an adequate supply of PPE.
People clocking in are required to meet 6-foot distance clocking in and out daily.
Establish a disinfection team and clean/disinfect entire facility & establish a recurring disinfection schedule for all areas of facility based on risk of transmission.
Establish an inbound parts/materials/packages disinfection strategy.
6-foot distance required for break areas many conference rooms have been converted to additional break rooms for social distance requirement at break and lunch.
Establish transportation contamination mitigation strategy.
Establish isolation protocols incase an employee contracts COVID-19 and contaminates the facility.
Establish a COVID-19 protocol coordinator and training strategy.
Establish a social distancing strategy based on the layout and workflow of the facility.
Establish on-site health screening strategy.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

Company-wide distribution of the “return-to-work” plan.
Arrange staggered day-of-return” meetings to discuss mitigation strategy
Use of widely posted COVID-19 mitigation signage throughout facility.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Disinfectant spray/wipes.
Hand sanitizer dispenser (floor-stand).
Adequate supply of hand soap.
Bio-hazard container (bags that ban be sealed and tagged as contaminated material).
Adequate supply of paper towels.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS SCREENS AT CHECKOUT COUNTERS?

Establishment of on-site screening checkpoints upon entrance to facility.
Barriers or screens may be installed in areas where workflow prohibits adherence to social distancing protocol.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SANITIZATION PRACTICES IN REGARD TO SUPPLY CHAINS IN YOUR INDUSTRY, SUCH AS SANITIZATION OF INCOMING STOCK, COMPONENT PARTS, RAW MATERIALS, ETC?

Expedited shipments (transit time less than 48 hours) should be handled utilizing PPE and personal sanitization practices.
Expedited shipment may be sanitized (only by appropriately trained personnel) with a 10% bleach solution or a hospital grade disinfectant.
When possible, allow incoming materials to remain untouched for 48 hours when received.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE PURCHASE AND USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE), SUCH AS FACE-MASKS OR GLOVES?

Disposable surgical masks (1 per employee/day).
Nitrile gloves (2 pairs per employee/day).
Infrared thermometer (1 per 100 employees).
Glasses/face-shields (1 per employee).

CUSTOMER PROTECTIVE MEASURES:

Limit face-to-face interaction with customers.
When face-to-face interaction cannot be avoided utilize PPE supplies and adhere to social distancing guidelines.
Consider sanitization of all out-going products (only by appropriately trained personnel) using a 10% bleach solution or hospital-grade disinfectant.

HOW CAN THESE MEASURES BE COMMUNICATED TO EMPLOYEES IN A CLEAR AND CONSISTENT MANNER ACROSS THE INDUSTRY?

COVID-19 protective measures memo from facility manager to all customers.
COVID-19 protective measures memo attached to outgoing products (sent with Bill of Lading, shipping documentation, etc.)

DO ANY MEASURES REQUIRE A BUSINESS TO GET AN UPDATED BUILDING OCCUPANCY FIRE CODE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF OCCUPANCY ALLOWED IN THE STORE/FACILITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL OR PARTICULAR CLEANING/SANITATION SUPPLIES?

Sanitization/disinfectant solution for outgoing products.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE INSTALLMENT OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT OR MARKINGS, SUCH AS TAPE ON THE FLOOR IN CHECKOUT LINES?

These measures will require some type of marking or tape on the floor at checkout line to ensure adherence to 6-foot social distancing standards.

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE ANY ADDITIONAL SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS IN AREAS OF CLOSE PROXIMITY?

WILL THESE MEASURES REQUIRE THE DESIGNATION OF AN EMPLOYEE TO PERFORM A SPECIFIC DUTY, SUCH AS MONITORING STORE CAPACITY OR CONSISTENTLY SANITIZING A DESIGNATED SURFACE?

Pandemic Response Team
COVID-19 protocol coordinator

Each organization should develop a thorough plan before resuming operations. Each organization should clearly communicate that plan using press releases, internal and external memo’s, facility-wide use of signage, and verbally during team meetings.

OVERVIEW

In order to keep markets open and to maintain business continuity across the industry, we must all follow all relevant local, state, and federal mandates. If we do not act responsibly in taking necessary measures, we will lose the ability to operate.

We ask that you take these steps to mitigate disease spread and create contingency plans accordingly. The following strategies may be beneficial to prepare your operations:

Familiarize yourself with and follow rapidly changing local and state rules regarding assembly of crowds.
Work with your café operators to follow location-specific guidance which may include closure or offering to-go service only;
Limit crowd sizes:
- Limit attendees in the arena to buyers only
  - Discourage groups of people from congregating and, in particular, ask that they follow the CDC recommended 6-foot distance between individuals
- Request that consignors deliver livestock and return home rather than remaining at the facility
  - Offer consignors flexibility in picking up their checks if they can’t wait for them to arrive by mail, such as delivery or pick up from their vehicle while remaining in parking lot
- Evaluate all options to utilize web broadcast or phone bidding
- Clearly communicate and enforce your policies
  - Update your website with instructions to customers and your plans for continued operation
  - Put up signs to communicate with visitors.
  - Make announcements from the auction block throughout the sale reminding everyone of expectations for crowd limits
- Designate a staff person to monitor entry to the arena and/or regularly monitor the number of individuals present to stay within recommended crowd size limits

Take other preventative measures
- Instruct any employee or visitor exhibiting symptoms of illness to remain home and request that any employee or visitor who is a member of a population of heightened vulnerability to consider avoiding areas where people are gathering
- Provide ample opportunities for visitors and employees and employees to wash hands following CDC best practices
- Clean and disinfect all commonly used areas frequently including restrooms and restocking with soap, paper towels, and hand sanitizer

Bourbon County, COVID-19, Fort Scott

Emergency Food Assistance : April 29 for Western Bourbon County and May 1 for the Fort Scott Area

April 29, 2020 Loretta George Leave a comment

Uniontown Baptist Church is located on Hwy. 3 at the west edge of town. It is the site for emergency food distribution on April 29 for Uniontown, Redfield, and Bronson.

During this time of the pandemic when many have lost their jobs due to stay-at-home orders to slow the spread of the illness, the federal government has food coming to those in need.

Distribution points will be in Fort Scott for the Fort Scott area on May 1 and Uniontown , for western Bourbon County, April 29.

Frozen meats and fresh produce are part of the distribution, according to Rebecca Shinn, West Bourbon Food Program coordinator which is organized by the First Missionary Baptist Church.

” Anyone qualifies for Disaster Household Distribution (DHD) boxes however we highly encourage help to go to those families that might not otherwise qualify for TEFAP and who are affected by the COVID-19.”

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a federal program that helps supplement the diets of low-income Americans by providing them with emergency food assistance at no cost. USDA provides 100% American-grown USDA Foods and administrative funds to states to operate TEFAP, according to the TEFAP website.

In Fort Scott, the disaster food distribution will be May 1 at the Bourbon County Senior Citizens Center, 26 N. Main.

“It will be a drive-through,” Jackie Sellers, program coordinator said. “From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. people drive by on the north side of the building, Old Fort Boulevard (for the boxes of food).”

Sellers can be reached at 620-223-0750 or 620-249-1440.

Jackie Sellers sits in her office at the Senior Citizens Center, 26 N. Main.

The Disaster Household Distribution will be on April 29, 2020, at the First Missionary Baptist Church from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. This is for all people in the Uniontown, Redfield, Bronson area.

The church is located on Hwy. 3, on the west side of Uniontown.

“This program is to assist all that may not be working now due to COVID-19,” Shinn said. “Also for those who are high risk and can’t get to the store. At this time this program will be available April, May, and possibly June.”

Rebecca Shinn is the coordinator for the West Bourbon Food Program.

The program is offered curbside, she said.

” Honk and we will bring you a box of food. If you can’t come that evening and still want food please call me for another time for pick up,” Shinn said. She can be reached at (620) 223-9532.

Bourbon County, Government

Bourbon County Commission Minutes of April 14

April 29, 2020 Submitted Story Leave a comment

April 14, 2020 Tuesday 9:00 am

The Bourbon County Commission met in open session via Facebook, the Commissioners, Shane Walker, the County Counselor and the County Clerk (via telephone) was all present for the meeting.

Lynne Oharah said that Josh Jones had volunteered to head a committee to try and get the 1% Sales Tax passed again by the voters. Jim Harris stated that in 1999-2000 a committee was formed and helped get this passed then. Nick made a motion to name Josh Jones to chair the Committee for the 1% Sales Tax for the hard surface road, Jeff seconded and all approved. Josh Jones will start this process immediately.

Nick Ruhl reported that a person had been hunting on their own land on 250th and was hit with bullets from another shooter on a nearby road, after review it was determined that the road belonged to the landowner and the landowner could put a gate and lock up to keep people off of the road; Jim Harris will contact the landowner.

Jeff Fischer asked Jim Harris to review who was responsible for the gravel road maintenance in an area in Drywood Township.

Jim Harris said they had started doing ditch work on the Lake Road. Jim said they hadn’t started work on Hackberry Road due to the water in the area.

Justin Meeks said that the March sales tax revenue was down. The income from the sales tax revenue will determine how much road work can be done. The Commissioners plan to do as much as they can afford. Jeff said in 2019 they paved 17 lane miles.

The County received hay bids for property the County owns on Native Road as well as Elm Creek Lake. Alex Bowman bid $2,800 and Mike Mason bid $1,800 for the mow able hay at Elm Creek Lake; Pat Murphy bid $161 for the mow able hay at 225th & Native Road. Nick made a motion to approve the bid from Pat Murphy for Native Road and Alex Bowman for Elm Creek Lake, Jeff seconded and all approved.

Jeff asked Jim Harris to review a device that is used to clean out culverts; Jim said he would.

Jim Harris said the County needed to get financing options from local banks as well as US Bank for the financing of the 2 new Mack Dump trucks that the County recently took possession of. He said the total purchase price for both was $291,538 less the $68,000 trade in for a total due of $223,538. Nick made a motion to get bids for financing the trucks for a five year note, Jeff seconded and all approved.

Jim Harris said they recently paid off the paver that was purchased two years ago.

Jim said the grader operators have been working; he said one grader is having mechanical issues.

Jim and the Commissioners discussed possibly closing the Landfill on some Saturdays to eliminate overtime; Jim said they could stager the employees at the Landfill to keep the Landfill open on Saturdays without causing overtime.

Jeff reported sharp rock on Fern Road near the Missouri line; Jeff asked Jim to do maintenance on the road.

Nick asked Jim how many keys were out for the Landfill gate; Jim said he didn’t think any since they had changed the lock, but said he would find out.

The Commissioners discussed the work structure due to the COVID-19 virus; Jim said he had issued two warnings to his employees and said they are keeping their employees separated. Lynne said some businesses are taking the temperatures (prior to work) of their employees due to the virus.

Appraiser Clint Anderson and Matt Quick met with the Commissioner regarding trading in their 2013 truck for one used SUV for the Appraiser’s office use. Clint felt that there was enough surplus money in the NRP fund to pay for a vehicle. They had quotes for two used Equinox’s and one Edge with a trade in difference of $6,900-$10,000. Nick suggested before trading in the truck that they consider using the truck for Road & Bridge or sell the truck to the City if they needed it, Matt suggested considering using the truck for the Courthouse custodial use. The Commissioners suggested that they get quotes for a new vehicle and shop locally if they can. The Commissioners decided to wait until after the 2019 audit is complete and review the remainder of 2020 funds to see what funds are available before deciding to purchase a vehicle.

The Commissioners rebid work to be done to the East steps and the South steps of the Courthouse; Mid Continental was the only bidder. They bid $87,505 for the base work and $2,600 for alternate work of the stone cleaning. Lynne made a motion to consider the bid after the 2019 audit is complete, Jeff seconded and all approved.

Economic Development Director Jody Hoener met with the Commissioners; she said that the Healthy Bourbon County Action Team is eligible for a $10,000 grant for the purchase of a mini dozer to be used for the county-wide trail use. She said this equipment could be carried under the County’s KCAMP insurance policy and under the County’s KWORCC work comp. insurance. She estimated the work comp insurance to cost approximately $55 for 100 volunteer hours. She said KWORCC required the volunteer hours be tracked and documented training for the equipment. Jody asked the Commissioners to approve the grant request. Lynne made a motion to apply for the grant for the mini dozer, Nick seconded and all approved and signed the application. Jody said the ABC Trails is now called the Prairie Pathways.

Lynne made a motion to approved Resolution 14-20; a salary resolution increasing the wages for the District Court Bailiff position #1, adding District Court Bailiff position #2 and adding a Personnel Director position, Jeff seconded and all approved the resolution.

Jody Hoener met with the Commissioners to discuss Bourbon County’s goal to facilitate an effective path forward and our work to build infrastructure needed to move from phase one to phase two of the COVID-19 pandemic reopening roadmap. Her presentation follows…

“March 14, 2020 Bourbon County Commission declared a state of disaster as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Shortly after on March 26, 2020 the Southeast Kansas Multi County Health Department Officer issued an order to stay at home. Since that time there has been measurable progress at the county level, building a framework and preparing for when the Governor of Kansas tells Kansans we can reopen.
Bourbon County Commissioners realized the severity of the situation and acted swiftly in declaring an emergency existed. This resulted in opening doors to federal resources. Bourbon County Emergency Management has worked diligently to keep our frontline healthcare workers safe with the necessary personal protective equipment, PPE. Available relief has been communicated through Facebook, email, radio, webinars, and hosting teleconference meetings with state level government officials such as with David Toland our Secretary of Commerce. In three weeks, we have spoken to almost one hundred different businesses and organizations on a regular basis. At this time, we have reports of almost $4.6 million in relief to businesses awarded or applied for in our community.

Our community has responded to the crisis informed, safely, and appropriately. Our framework, the roadmap to facilitate an effective path forward to reopening, has likewise been informed by experts in their field, researched heavily to ensure safety, and appropriate needs have been identified. We do not have timeline, but we know what the triggers are to move to the next phase. Planning for each phase now should begin so the infrastructure is in place when it is time to transition. Phases are identified in the most well renowned plan called National Coronavirus Response: A Road Map to Recovery by the American Enterprise Institute.

The phase we are in right now is called “Slow the Spread.” Experts are saying to move on we must see a slowed rate of infection and our healthcare infrastructure must be scaled up to safely manage the outbreak and care for the sick. This includes using technology available to us, at its full potential, to keep our healthcare workforce, ambulance crews, and law enforcement officers safe.
The next phase is a State by State Reopening and will be determined by Governor Laura Kelly. However, we anticipate there will continue to be some physical distancing measures and limitations mandated on gathering to prevent another accelerated outbreak.

Phase three is when physical distancing restrictions can be lifted. We can reach this point when we are using technology to screen our vulnerable populations and essential workers and collect data regionally, statewide, and perhaps even nationwide. Of course, testing, once available, will be a key component. It is so important that it is worth repeating: Planning for each phase now should begin so the infrastructure is in place when it is time to transition.

The County team diligently on the needed infrastructure for when we are allowed to transition out of the current phase of slowing the spread to the next phase and beyond. For the last three weeks, we have been very intentional and strategic with our efforts with a goal to facilitate an effective path forward.

We have identified our needs in a one pager:

These include:
1. Rapid data collection of essential workers
2. Increase communication between public/private healthcare sectors
3. Improve patient communication
4. Promote a consistent message

We have articulated the required inputs to reach our goals in our Quad Chart.
These required inputs include:
1. Access to technology that can be used to tele-triage and screen our healthcare providers, the essential workforce, and the vulnerable populations. This allows for a more targeted approach to containing the COVID-19 Coronavirus.
2. Build many partnerships with experts and essential businesses such as: MRGlobal, Heart to Heart International, the healthcare sector, KDHE, public health, emergency management, nursing homes and assisted livings, law enforcement agencies, and major employers.
3. Funding through public/private relationships.
4. Equipment to keep frontline workers safe with needed PPE, a data base with software to support the self-reporting tele- screening, collection, entry and analysis of data taken during triage, testing, and recovery, and finally ensure our healthcare providers have increased testing capabilities.

There are two critical components that will be required for our community to move forward:
1. Screening and Data Collection
2. Testing and Test Kits

The Federal Government has yet to bring forth a plan. The most prominent plan widely used is the American Enterprise Institute’s Road Map to Reopening. This report calls for the need to screen and collect data on target populations. Like many chambers of commerce, cities, counties, and state governments, Bourbon County has created a roadmap and the framework to facilitate an effective path forward. “We have to have a starting point, and this is our starting point” Lynne Oharah. “This is a long-term process. Our team does an extraordinary amount of data mining and researching expert advice.”

Experts are telling us that to reopen society will require regular testing and a reliable, fast nationwide reporting network. One of the ways identified to contain the virus is to screen patients. Because the virus is so contagious even those who may have the virus need to be quarantined.

This roadmap has been our guide the last three weeks and we have made progress in our effort to facilitate an effective path forward by obtaining one of the key components. We have been working with Dr. Roger Harris, past Vice President of MRIGlobal, on an ongoing basis and through this relationship we have been able to gain access to a screening and data collection software, at no cost to the county, through Heart to Heart International and MRIGlobal. Both organizations are well regarded in their field and have relationships with the Department of Defense. They have experience in responding to pandemics like Ebola with the same type of technology. Dr. Norman himself, our Secretary of KDHE, remarked positively on the two company’s credibility and reputation.

One of the features of the platform is it provides a self-assessment and guides people where to go should they show symptoms of Coronavirus. An algorithm is used to manage key patients over time. We have had measurable conversations with Kansas Department of Health and Environment and Bourbon County Emergency Management. Randy Cason, President of Ascension Via Christi and Becky Johnson, Public Health Department Nurse have been engaged. Community Health Centers of Southeast Kansas, our primary health provider, has been a critical component in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic and will also be an essential partner moving forward. Our next steps will be to continue to reach out and engage our essential healthcare providers. The new technology should be built and available to our community in the next week.

All three commissioners voiced their full support of the plan in moving forward. “It’s an educational type of thing” stated Lynne Oharah, Bourbon County Commission Chair and COVID-19 Manager, “Educating the community on the plan. We need to move forward with this. Jody’s done a great job getting the framework in place and now we need to get all the players on board and get it out to the targeted groups.””

Jody will do a press release with the data. Jeff said once the COVID-19 is stabilized, the goal is to get people back to work. Lynne said the Emergency Preparedness director obtained P.P.E. for County and responder use. Lynne said tragically there has been one death in Bourbon County from the Corona Virus; he said the public will need to be educated to protect themselves from the virus.

Lynne made a motion to go into a 7 minute executive session for Personnel matters of individual non-elected personnel, Nick seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners and Justin Meeks). No action was taken.

Lynne made a motion to go into a 30 minute executive session for Consultation with an attorney for the body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship, Nick seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners and Justin Meeks). No action was taken.

Lynne made a motion to go into a 10 minute executive session for Consultation with an attorney for the body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship, Nick seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners and Justin Meeks). No action was taken.

At noon, the Commissioners went to lunch and reconvened at 1:30.

Lynne made a motion to go into a 10 minute executive session for personnel matters of individual non-elected personnel, Nick seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners and Bourbon County Attorney Jacqie Spradling). No action was taken.

Will Wallis met with the Commissioners regarding flood damage from April and July 2019. He is trying to complete necessary information by April 24th, for a reimbursement of $130,000 from KDEM for the damages. KDEM has requested but hasn’t received the data needed. Will said he needed to work with Jerad Heckman with Road & Bridge to identify areas (bridges, low water crossings) in the County that suffered damages due to the flooding. Will needs an estimate on the cost of repairs to bring the damaged areas/structures back to the pre-damaged state. Will suggested they review the grader operator maps to identify areas that are always a problem. Will needs to work with Road & Bridge to identify bridges, low water crossings and culverts (that were repaired or replaced) that received damage from the flooding. Will suggested getting input from the grader operators. Jeff will work with Krista with Road & Bridge to identify who worked to fix any flooding issues during the flood so that those worked hours can be charged to the disaster. Nick plans to work with Jim Harris and Jerad Heckman regarding what they need to do for Will.

Fort Scott City Commissioner Pete Allen phoned the Commissioners; Jeff said he had a discussion with Pete, he said Pete wants to promote an Interlocal agreement between the City and County to leverage the strengths, (possibly in gravel, asphalt, HR duties, economic development & municipal court). Lynne said a City Commissioner had also called him, Lynne suggested having the discussion in a different environment. Pete Allen is going to schedule a meeting with an agenda with Lynne and one other City Commissioner to discuss opportunities for integration. There will then be an open meeting scheduled to discuss it further.

Nick made a motion to go into a 10 minute executive session for personnel matters of individual non-elected personnel, Jeff seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners, Justin Meeks and Shane Walker). After the session, Lynne made a motion to put out for bids for all Bourbon County property, (excluding the Law Enforcement Center) an annual bid from contractors for an hourly rate to do any maintenance or installations on heating/air conditioning, plumbing and electrical, the bids will be due May 1st, 2020, Nick seconded and all approved.

Jeff made a motion to give Lynne the authority to make any decisions regarding the HVAC controls and operations at the Law Enforcement Center, Nick seconded and all approved.

The Commissioners approved a Real Property Relief Application for Max & Mary Barbara Fanning.

The Commissioners will not have a regularly scheduled meeting on April 21st, 2020. They will meet again on April 28th, 2020.

At 2:56, Nick made a motion to adjourn, Jeff seconded and all approved.

THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS
(ss) Lynne Oharah, Chairman
(ss) Jeff Fischer, Commissioner
(ss) Nick Ruhl, Commissioner
ATTEST:
Kendell Mason, Bourbon County Clerk
April 28, 2020, Approved Date

Bourbon County, Business

Sunshine Shack Open in Uniontown

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Shayla Knight, owner of the business, stands in front of the food truck, located on the Knight property in Uniontown. Submitted photo.

Sunshine Shack has opened their new season with a new menu and new hours, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The food truck is located at 606 Sherman in Uniontown.

Bourbon County, Government

Bourbon County Commission Agenda April 28

April 27, 2020 Submitted Story 1 Comment

Agenda

Bourbon County Commission Room

1st Floor, County Courthouse

210 S. National Avenue

Fort Scott, KS 66701

Tuesdays starting at 9:00

Date: April 28, 2020

1^st District-Lynne Oharah Minutes: Approved: _______________

2^nd District-Jeff Fischer Corrected: _______________

3^rd District-Nick Ruhl Adjourned at: _______________

County Clerk-Kendell Mason

9:00 – 9:30 Jim Harris

9:30 – 10:00 Financing bids for dump trucks

10:00 – 10:15 Commission to open fish food bids for Elm Creek Lake

10:15 – 10:30 Commissioners to open bids for title work for tax sale

10:45 – 11:00 Rachel Pruitt, Airport Runway Expansion

11:00 – 11:45 Jeff Fischer, MRI Global

11:45 – 12:00 Executive Session – Personnel matters of individual non-elected personnel

12:00 – 1:30 Lunch

To view the COVID-19 Surveillance,Diagnostic Testing and Population Monitoring Proposal and Project Agreement, click, below:

Agenda for Commission Meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 (COVID-19 Surveillance, Diagnostic Testing and Population Monitoring

Bourbon County, K-State Extension

Maintaining Social Connections

April 27, 2020 Submitted Story Leave a comment

Barbara Stockebrand. K-State Extension Agent.

I’m not the best one to start talking about technology. Believe me, I am learning with everyone new ways to communicate and reach others at a distance through technology. Covid-19 has forced us to learn new communication strategies.

Some of our older adults may have felt some sort of isolation prior to the social distancing recommendations we have received lately. Living in rural areas can contribute to isolation. Others of us may enjoy that extra space. However, when family, friends, and neighbors pass on or move away, those feelings of isolation can be amplified for those feeling left behind.

Let’s look at some ways that we might use the time we have with this stay-at-home order to keep connected and strengthen distance relationships.

Start using or learn new technology. If we have a smartphone, a computer, or an iPad, we might already have access to some video technology, such as Skype, Zoom, or Facetime. A live video conversation is the next best thing to being there in person. If you’re like me, you may need the assistance of someone from a younger generation to talk you through the steps of doing the process, but after a time or two of doing it, you’ll get the hang of it. It can be very rewarding to connect through a video conversation.

If technology isn’t your thing, then pick up the phone and catch up the old-fashioned way. A quick text or email are great ways to stay in touch between conversations.

Engage Family and Friends. Encourage members of your social group, faith group, or volunteer group to support each other or reach out to those who are socially isolated. Just a quick check-in with them can mean a lot. Involve kids by having them create artwork that can be shared with grandparents, older neighbors, or other isolated individuals you may know. You never know how important it may be to someone to know that they were thought of that day.

If you want to step it up a notch, consider hosting a digital dinner with family or friends. Everyone joins online from their respective homes and eats together with family discussions. Some of our best discussions take place over the dinner table.

If you don’t relish the idea of watching each other eat, try playing games over video or read books to young ones. To encourage staying active, create an online exercise group where all meet at the same time by a video process. Research shows we are more accountable to our exercise program when we exercise as a group rather than individually.

Quality relationships that have developed with close family, friends, and neighbors help provide ongoing joy, excitement, support, and purpose. Maintaining meaningful relationships take a conscious effort. While we may not be able to carry on some of those relationships in person, now, more than ever, it’s important to follow through in sustaining those connections.

Whatever you do, check in on the well-being of family and neighbors who are more isolated at this time. Hopefully, they are sticking close to home as directed. A check-in call or running a quick errand for them could be what it takes to lift spirits right now.

For more information on overcoming feelings of isolation, contact the Yates Center Southwind Extension District Office at 620-625-8620.

Bourbon County, Government, Health Care

SEK Multi-County Health Department Update April 23

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SEK Multi-County Health Departments

Allen, Anderson, Bourbon, and Woodson Counties

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

April 23, 2020

Allen County

Current Positive Cases	0
Current Recovered Cases	0
Total Positives Since Testing	0
Deaths	0

Anderson County

Current Positive Cases	0
Current Recovered Cases	0
Total Positives Since Testing	0
Deaths	0

Bourbon County

Current Positive Cases	0
Current Recovered Cases	5
Total Positives Since Testing	6
Deaths	1

Woodson County

Current Positive Cases	1
Current Recovered Cases	4
Total Positives Since Testing	5
Deaths	0

Recovered cases are based on dates of onset of symptoms, not on day testing results are received.

Total positive counts changed in Bourbon and Woodson, because one case was living in Bourbon County, but a resident of Woodson County. This person has recovered and was listed as so last week.

Bourbon County, Schools

Teaching Young Children During the Pandemic: A Teachers Viewpoint

April 21, 2020 Loretta George Leave a comment

Lauren Walker, a student in Mrs. Gauthier’s kindergarten class, works on an experiment at home. Submitted photos.

Uniontown’s school district began a continuous learning plan to allow students to learn from home during the nationwide closure of schools, due to the COVID 19 pandemic.

Last week, a parent’s story of how the learning plan was working was published on FortScott.Biz.

This feature is from a teacher’s view.

Rose Gauthier teaches kindergarten at West Bourbon Elementary School.

A.J. Vincent looks at her science experiment, following a lesson from WBE Kindergarten Teacher Rose Gauthier. Submitted photos.

Following is an interview by email from Gauthier.

When did the USD235 Continuous Learning Plan begin?

“We began Thursday, April 2^nd with a practice run with the parents and students to work out kinks. We started our remote learning officially on Monday, April 6^th. We will finish on Tuesday, May 19^th.”

How much daily planning do you have for the classes?

“A lot. A teacher’s job has never been a 9:00 to 5:00 job, but even more so with this new way of teaching. It is hard to put a certain time frame on all the work the teachers, administration, and staff have put into it. From getting devices into student’s hands, the tech department working out tech issues for teachers and parents, and teachers creating different ways to teach their students with this new way of learning.”

Did you get together as a group of teachers and decide what the most important things to teach are?

“Yes. The school began with many “Zoom” meetings that included administration and teachers, with guidance from KSDE, to determine the best way to reach the kids.”

(Zoom provides users with a cloud (internet) platform for video and audio conferencing, collaboration, chat, and webinars across mobile devices, desktops, telephones, and room systems, according to the Zoom website).

“I create a meeting on Zoom and send the parents an invite.,” she said. “The students click on a link and have a password to log in.”

Rose Gauthier’s kindergarten class can view each other during lesson time. Submitted photo. Gauthier is shown on the top row, second from left.

“Our focus, as for many schools, is primarily the social and emotional spirit of the kids. This is a difficult and confusing time for them and many of the kids do not understand what is going on, especially at the primary levels. Letting them know that we are here for them, we miss and love them. Academically we are focusing on maintaining what the kids have already learned and limited new material to the essential outcomes that were agreed upon as a team”

Do you teach from home or do you go to school?

“Both, the less I need from my classroom the more I teach from home. I go in once or twice a week.”

Have you seen any good come out of this difficult situation of not having the students in a classroom?

“Out of every bad situation, something good always comes out of it. Nothing will replace the social and emotional aspects of being together in the learning environment. The hugs, the high fives, being right beside them to guide them in their learning.”

“This situation has given us the appreciation of each other, the parents an opportunity to be a bigger part of the learning experience, and for all of us to step back and remember what is really important in life. And mostly, we get reminded of what a great community we have. We couldn’t do this without the support of great parents.”

What are some of the challenges?

“The biggest challenge is not seeing the kids every day. Adjusting to remote learning and tech issues are some other challenges, which gets easier as we go along. Also, reaching those kids without internet access is a challenge.”

How do you grade the kindergartners in this new plan?

“In Kindergarten we don’t give a traditional letter grade. We use checklists to provide feedback to parents about where the students are academically. During this time, we will still focus on those checklist skills while understanding that we will need to be prepared to provide the needed remediation to students at the beginning of the 2020-21 school year.”

“The district has worked together to provide a similar learning experience for all students, but obviously this looks slightly different based on the grade, content, teaching style, etc.”

Outdoor art by Kinnis Shepard, from Rose Gauthier’s kindergarten class. Submitted photos.

Bourbon County, K-State Extension

Gardens Can Provide Some Food Security

April 21, 2020 Loretta George Leave a comment

Krista Harding
District Extension Agent, Horticulture
Southwind Extension District
111 S. Butler
Erie, KS 66733
Office: 620-244-3826
Cell: 620-496-8786

Just like many of you, I’m having difficulty wrapping my mind around how quickly our lives have changed in a very short period of time. Seeing the panic and chaos that’s happening around us can be concerning. Now more than ever, it might be the time for folks to think about becoming more self-sufficient and grow some of their own food.

I have been in contact with a couple of our local suppliers and have seen social media posts that they are stocked with garden seed and supplies. Like many other local retailers, I know they are willing to work with you if you do not feel comfortable going inside the business. Just give them a call and arrange for outside pick-up.

If you are reading this and thinking to yourself that you have never grown anything in your life and just don’t think it’s possible, let me assure you that it is possible. Even for the most novice! You might be thinking that you don’t have space for a garden, or maybe you don’t have a tiller or other equipment. Don’t let that stop you because almost all vegetables can be grown in containers.

The containers don’t have to be anything fancy. Literally, anything that can hold soil and have drain holes drilled in the bottom can be used. Containers that are 16 to 24 inches in diameter work well. Containers less that 12 inches are probably too small – except for lettuces. The most important component of growing vegetables in a container is getting the right potting media. Potting mixes are ideal (instead of soil from your yard). The components are lightweight and hold water and oxygen much better. Make certain that you don’t forget to drill some drainage holes into the bottom of the container.

Fertilizer should be added at planting time and mixed into the soil. If you want to go the organic route, mix blood meal or bone meal into the soil before planting. If you use a synthetic fertilizer, add a slow-release type when preparing the container.

Another benefit to growing vegetables in containers – you don’t have to fight the weather quite as much. Right now, traditional garden soils are way too wet to even think about planting. But with the container system, you can keep them dry inside a garage until you are ready to plant.

Early spring is the ideal time to plant cool season vegetables such as lettuce, spinach, radish, onions, carrots and potatoes. All can be easily grown in containers, even potatoes!

Gardening is a great stress reliever. It also allows for good social distancing. If you have kids at home, gardening is the perfect activity to get them outside to enjoy some fresh air and sunshine, all while learning at the same time!

Here’s where I come in. I have lots of resource material to help you. In addition, I’m always available by phone, e-mail or social media to answer your questions. Don’t be afraid to ask! In Extension, we say there are no “dumb” questions! I am here to help you in any way that I can. The Extension mission continues. We are committed to being innovative to connect you with research-based resources and education. We appreciate your patience as we all navigate the challenges associated with this time.

Krista Harding is a K-State Research and Extension Agricultural agent assigned to Southwind District. She may be reached at kharding@ksu.edu or 620-244-3826.

K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Bourbon County, Government, Health Care, Kansas

Kansas COVID 19 Update April 20

April 20, 2020 Loretta George 1 Comment

Bourbon County has six cases.

Corrected:

“The reason the number of cases went from 7 to 6 is because one of the positive cases was living in Bourbon County, but was actually a resident of Woodson County, KS. So, now Woodson County has 5, where they had 4 cases,” according to Rebecca Johnson, administrator of Southeast Kansas Multi-County Health Department.

https://www.coronavirus.kdheks.gov/DocumentCenter/View/912/4-20-20-update-numbers

Bourbon County, Fort Scott, Government, Kansas

The Census Is Important For Future Funding And More

April 20, 2020 Loretta George Leave a comment

“The census affects many aspects of funding, legislative apportionment, and our official population count for the next 10 years ~ it’s important to get as many people to respond as possible,” Lindsay Madison, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce Executive Director said. “Your help is appreciated!”

Lindsay Madison is the Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce Executive Director.

Why participate in completing the census?

According to the census website: https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census/2020-census/about/why.html

Here are the reasons:

Federal funds, grants and support to states, counties and communities are based on population totals and breakdowns by sex, age, race and other factors. Your community benefits the most when the census counts everyone. When you respond to the census, you help your community gets its fair share of the more than $675 billion per year in federal funds spent on schools, hospitals, roads, public works and other vital programs.

A post from the Kansas Dept. of Commerce explains some more detail of why it is important for rural areas to send back the census forms:

Taken from the Kansas Dept. of Commerce Facebook page.

The current census response rates compared to the state and national average and Bourbon County were pulled together by Madison.

The response rates:

National- 48.6%
State- 53.3%
Bourbon County- 45%
City of Fort Scott- 46.8%

“Becki Roberts is our local ‘on the ground’ contact for the census leading the local census takers, etc.,” Madison said.

Online, phone and mailed self-responses will continue throughout the data collection process, according to information provided by Madison.

In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, the U.S. Census Bureau is adjusting 2020 Census operations in order to:

Protect the health and safety of the American public and Census Bureau employees.
Implement the guidance from Federal, State, and local authorities regarding COVID-19.
Ensure a complete and accurate count of all communities.

Under the adjusted 2020 Census operational plan, field activities would resume after June 1, 2020, as Area Census Offices begin returning to full staff capacity.

Extended Time To Collect Data

Due to health and safety concerns related to the coronavirus pandemic, this will be the first-ever decennial census that has been delayed, according to Steve Hale, Sr. Partnership Specialist (Kansas) with the U.S. Census Bureau / 2020 Census, in the information provided by Madison.

For more info: 2020census.gov

The U.S. Commerce Department officially is seeking statutory relief from Congress for 120 additional calendar days to deliver final apportionment counts, according to the info provided by Madison.

Under this plan, which must receive congressional approval, field data collection and self-response will be extended from the original July 31 date until October 31, 2020. Apportionment counts would then be delivered to the President on April 30, 2021, and the redistricting data to be delivered to the states by July 31, 2021.

Here’s a quick link to those Operational changes:

https://2020census.gov/en/news-events/operational-adjustments-covid-19.html

Delivery of 2020 Census Paper Questionnaires

Also of note is those households that have not yet responded online or by phone to the initial 2020 Census mailings are now receiving a paper questionnaire.

While more than half of Kansas households have already responded online, some may prefer the paper-and-mail option.

https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2020/delivery-of-2020-census-paper-questionnaires.html

Phone Response Wait Times

Persons using the phone to respond to the Census are experiencing increased call wait times. This is primarily due to social distancing measures. There’s a link in the Infogram

explaining a call-back option and the Census Bureau making more employees available to respond to requests.

Response Map

The public is encouraged to go to the 2020 Census response rate map to see how its community is responding by county or city or census tract. The map is updated daily.

Fort Scott Biz

Category Archives: Bourbon County

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Bourbon County Commission Minutes of April 14

Sunshine Shack Open in Uniontown

Bourbon County Commission Agenda April 28

Maintaining Social Connections

SEK Multi-County Health Department Update April 23

Teaching Young Children During the Pandemic: A Teachers Viewpoint

Gardens Can Provide Some Food Security

Kansas COVID 19 Update April 20

The Census Is Important For Future Funding And More

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