Respiratory Illness Policy (Covid-19, Flu, Bronchitis, etc.) 

Respiratory Illness Protocols for Students & Employees

This policy applies to all employees, students, and visitors.

General Guidelines

Symptoms and Reporting:

• Individuals exhibiting symptoms of respiratory illnesses with fever should stay home and report their symptoms to their instructor or supervisor as soon as possible.

Return to School/Work:

• Symptom-Free Requirement - Individuals should not return to work or school until they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications.

• Precautions After Return - Upon returning, individuals should take additional precautions for the next five days, including frequent hand washing, wearing a mask, and maintaining social distancing.

• Positive Test Protocol - If a student or employee tests positive for a respiratory illness, they may return to class or work once they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications. They should continue wearing a mask for the following five days.