Welcome to the University of Washington Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences (UW DEOHS) Continuing Education Program's COVID-19 resource page for employers and workers. The UW DEOHS Continuing Education Programs provide high quality environmental and occupatonal health and safety professional development training to employers and workers in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska. The UW DEOHS Continuing Education Program is also home to the Pacific Northwest OSHA Education Center, the only OSHA-authorized training center in EPA Region 10 (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska).
During these times of uncertainty associated with the COVID-19 emergency, we are committed to connecting you with the most up-to-date and reliable resources for business continuity, resilience, and health and safety. This page will be updated as new resources and information become available. For the most current, general information about the developing situation, please bookmark the CDC, OSHA, NIOSH and WHO websites. Please click here to jump to state and county updates for those located in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska.
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General Guidance and Resources for Employers
General Guidance and Resources for Workers and the General Public
Guidance for Hospitals and Healthcare Workers
Psychological First Aid and Mental Health Resources
Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Hand Hygiene
Sick Leave, Worker's Compensation and Unemployment
Tips, Tricks, and Resources for Remote Work and Social Distancing
Maintaining Worker Safety During the COVID-19 Pandemic - Recorded round table discussion, CEUs available
General Guidance and Resources for Employers
OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for a Pandemic
OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
CDC Resources for Businesses and Employers
US Department of Labor COVID-19 Resources
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) COVID-19 Information
FEMA Pandemic Influenza Continuity of Operations Annex Template Instructions
FEMA Pandemic Influenza Continuity of Operations Annex Template
Presidential Policy Directive 21 Critical Infastructure, Security and Resilience
NIEHS Worker Training Program Resources for Emergency Response and Cleanup Workers/Employers
NIEHS Protecting Yourself from COVID-19 in the Workplace PDF
NIEHS Protecting Yourself from COVID-19 free Online Training
*NEW* Agriculture COVID-19 Training Kit (WA L&I)
Protecting the Safety of Essential Services Workers - OHSU
Worksheet for Evaluating Essential Functions
Dealing with the COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Construction (WA Labor and Industries)
Center for Construction Research and Training COVID-19 Resources
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Alaska Occupational Safety and Health (AKOSH)
OHSU's 4 Key Strategies to Help Supervisors Support Employee Well-being During COVID-19
OHSU Workplace Resources for COVID-19
Safety Tips for Janitors - WA State Labor and Industries
Pacific Northwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center COVID-19 Resources
UW Environmental Health and Safety Resource Page
COVID-19 Information for Dairy and Agriculture Workers - San Diego State University and University of Idaho Extension (Spanish, with English subtitles)
General Guidance and Resources for Workers and the General Public
Infectious Disease Society COVID-19 Resource Center
World Health Organization COVID-19 Website
When Telecommuting isn't an Option - advice for workers and employers from UW DEOHS experts
Coronavirus Myth-busting videos (available in 5 languages, including English)
NY Times - Getting the Facts Straight at Coronavirus
NIEHS Protecting Yourself from COVID-19 in the Workplace PDF
NIEHS Protecting Yourself from COVID-19 in the Workplace Free Online Training
Oregon Health & Science University Resource Page
Safety Tips for Janitors - WA State Labor and Industries
Pacific Northwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center Resources
COVID-19 Information for Dairy and Agriculture Workers - San Diego State University and University of Idaho Extension (Spanish, with English subtitles)
IHME COVID-19 Infection and Fatality Projections
Protecting Gorcery Store Workers - Washington State Deparment of Labor and Industries
Implementation of Socia Distancing - Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
UW Environmental Health and Safety Resource Page
Agriculture COVID-19 Training Kit (WA L&I)
Region 10 Public Health Websites:
Washington:
Washington State Department of Health
Seattle King County Public Health
Spokane Regional Health Authority
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Oregon:
Multnomah County Public Health
Idaho:
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Alaska:
Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
Alaska Occupational Safety and Health (AKOSH)
Pandemic Planning
Much of our current response is based on planning that has been done for pandemic flu. Pertinent Pandemic Plans for residents of Region 10 include:
World Health Organization Pandemic Planning
National Pandemic Strategy Website (CDC)
National Pandemic Influenza Plan (CDC)
National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza (CDC)
Updated Preparedness and Response Framework for Pandemic Influenza (CDC)
Washington State Pandemic Planning
Guidance for Hospitals and Healthcare Workers
American Medical Association (AMA) COVID-19 Website
AMA Quick Guide for Physicians and Practices Expediting the Implementation of Telemedicine
CDC Update and Information for Long-Term Care Facilities (Webinar Recording, March 17, 2020)
CDC COVID-19 FAQ for Healthcare Professionals
CDC Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity Calls and Webinars
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Burn Rate Calculator (CDC)
Psychological First Aid and Mental Health Resources
National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Psychological First Aid Website
NCTSN Psychological First Aid Online Course
World Health Organization Psychological First Aid Guide
VA Psychological First Aid Manual
CDC - Managing Stress and Anxiety over COVID-19
What to do if You're Feel Anxious About the Coronavirus
A variety of apps and online services are available for those struggling with anxiety and depression during the COVID-19 outbreak. While we cannot recommend specific services, any individual experiencing depression or anxiety is encouraged to explore their options. Popular services inlcude BetterHelp and Talkspace for remote access to therapists (including options to text with a therapist), and apps like Calm and Headspace for anxiety relief and sleep help.
Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Hand Hygiene
Download the fact sheet in SPANISH
EPA List of Registered Disinfectants
CDC Cleaning and Disinfecting Recommendations for Households
CDC Cleaning and Disinfecting Recommendations for Community Facilities
CDC Disinfecting Your Home if Someone is Sick
Non-Chemical Ways to Reduce the Spread of Infectious Disease
Informed Green Solutions National Education Association's Fact Sheets
Greening at the Grass Roots: Green Cleaning (AFT)
Washington State Department of Health Classroom Cleaning Tips for Teachers
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be selected to protect workers from identified potential hazards. Employers who provide PPE to employees must follow OSHA rules, including conducting a PPE hazard assessment, providing and paying for PPE, and training employees. PPE that may be contaminated must be carefully removed and disposed of to prevent contamination of skin.
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries PPE Website
Beaking Method of Glove Removal (Video)
Respiratory Protection:
OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard
Washington State Respiratory Protection Standard
OSHA Small Entity Compliance Guide for Respiratory Protection Standard
3M Technical Bulletin Disinfection of Filtering Facepiece Respirators
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Burn Rate Calculator (CDC)
CDC Recommendations for Respirator Decontamination
UW DEOHS Field Research and Consultation Group Respirator Fit Testing Video
CAN A MASK PROTECT ME? PUTTING HOMEMADE MASKS IN THE HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS - Johns Hopkins
Respirator Fit Testing Using Sweet and/or Bitter Solutions by Dr. McKay, University of Cincinnati
Study of Effectiveness of Cloth Masks
Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation of Influenza-Contaminated N95 Filtering Facepiece Respirators
Approved N95 Particulate Filtering Facepiece Respirators (NIOSH)
The Need for Fit Testing During Emerging Infectious Disease Outbreaks - NIOSH Blog
Check to see if your respirator has been certified by NIOSH: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl/topics/respirators/cel/default.html
Information on Counterfeit Respirators
Notice About Counterfeit N95 Respirators
Check to see if your 3M is a conterfiet: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/worker-health-safety-us/3m-safeguard/
Use of Respirators that are Past Their Expiration Date During a Pandemic (CDC)
Respirators and Surgical Masks (CDC/NIOSH)
Understanding the Difference Infographic (Surgical mask vs. N95)
Sick Leave, Worker's Compensation and Unemployment
Washington State Worker's Compensation
Resources for Unemployment due to COVID-19:
Tips, Tricks, and Resources for Remote Work and Social Distancing
Talking to Children about COVID-19
Good Kids Facebook Page - Seattle middle schooler has started a Facebook page to coordinate babysitters for parents who need childcare while schools are closed.
23 Essential Tips for Working Remotely
Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak
American Psychological Association - Keeping Your Distance to Stay Safe
The Extrovert's Guide to Social Distancing
What Can We Do? OHSU distinguishes between social and physical distancing
Greater Good Guide to Well Being During Coronavirus - UC Berkeley
OHSU's 4 Key Strategies to Help Supervisors Support Employee Well-being During COVID-19
Implementation of Socia Distancing - Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Maintaining Worker Safety During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This live round table discussion was held on March 20, 2020, hosted by the University of Washington Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Continuing Education Programs. Participants submitted questions for the expert panel prior to the live event. Click here to read biosketeches for the panel of experts featured in this recording.
CEUs are available to those who listen to the full session recording. In order to receive a certificate of completion, you must fill out the session evaluation survey.
TO RECEIVE CEUs FOR WATCHING FULL SESSION CLICK HERE