As we have returned to mostly normal operations and public health guidance has evolved, we continually assess ANR's COVID-19 prevention protocols to keep aligned with current standards and risks. With that in mind, we are now able to end use of the daily Clearance to Work Survey, and transition to a COVID-19 Screening Report, in which ANR employees will only need to complete the survey when they have information that needs to be reported. Employees will use the COVID-19 Screening Report to report the following issues: COVID-19 test results, symptoms, or close exposures. On most days, if you have nothing to report in these areas, you will not need to fill out any survey. This change will be effective May 16, 2022.
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- Author: Pamela Kan-Rice
In order to adapt to recent changes in statewide public health guidance concerning mask requirements in public places, UC ANR has updated our Mask Protocol. The latest statewide guidance states that masks are “strongly recommended” by California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for all...
- Author: Pamela Kan-Rice
Self-care and support options
Stress is an ongoing part of life, especially throughout the pandemic, but understanding our options for self-care and support may make a significant difference in our health and well-being. We invite you to explore the generous benefit options that UC has to offer to help ease these stressful times.
- Author: Brian Oatman
Mask update – don't throw those masks away just yet…
As reported in many media outlets, the CDPH‘s statewide mask order will expire on February 15, 2022. Some counties have also had local Public Health Orders that require all people to wear a mask indoors. Many counties – including several counties in the Bay Area and Sacramento area – have stated that their local mask orders will end after Feb. 15, but some – such as Los Angeles and Santa Clara – will keep their mask requirements in effect for the time being. This means that some employees at some UC ANR locations may stop wearing masks indoors but others will need to continue wearing masks at work or indoor public...
- Author: Linda Forbes
Reminder: COVID-19 Booster Tracking Survey due today, 1/31
In support of UC policy and the recent message from President Drake, please get your booster as soon as you are eligible and take the short