As the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to remind everyone of the importance of staying vigilant with your health, especially while spending time with family and friends. While the holidays are a time for celebration, it's essential to ensure the safety of yourself, your loved ones and our workplace.

Key reminders for the holiday season: 

• Self-monitor for symptoms: Please remain aware of any symptoms such as fever, cough, fatigue or other signs of illness. If you are feeling unwell, we ask that you stay home and seek medical advice if necessary.

• Holiday gatherings: As you gather with loved ones, please be mindful of your health and the health of those around you. If you begin experiencing symptoms after any gatherings, take the necessary precautions and avoid returning to work until you're feeling better.

• COVID-19 self-reporting: If you test positive for COVID-19 at any point, please continue to self-report HERE. It's important that we track potential exposures and ensure the safety of everyone in the workplace. If you have symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home until you have recovered and are cleared to return. 

• Before returning to work: Before returning after the holiday break, please assess your health. If you're feeling unwell or have been exposed to illness, please self-report and the appropriate return to work instructions will be provided. 

We appreciate your commitment to keeping our workplace safe during the holiday season. Together, we can ensure a smooth and healthy transition into the new year.

If you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to reach out. 

Wishing you all a safe and healthy holiday season!

Best regards,

Rachelle Ghadamy
Risk Analyst III- Risk and Safety Services
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
2801 Second Street
Davis, California 95618
Email: rghadamy@ucanr.edu
https://safety.ucanr.edu