How are you handling minimum staffing requirements if/when a large number of officers face a 14 day quarantine after COVID19 exposure?
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We are following pretty much same guidelines. Just because someone was exposed does not mean we quarantine them. We have implemented a temp check daily as they walk in the door (FD does every 12 hours). 99.5 or above and they go home. Not allowed back until 72 hours temp free without meds. We are having to get creative with Dr. notes for missing three or more days. Most pushing teledoc and needing to document that.
As for leave time, our City has started both telework for non-essential that can as well as just staying at home (with pay) for 3-4 days a week. Idea is to have fewer people in the offices. All of our public areas are closed and work is really beginning to slow down for many departments. Some essential folks that are working will eventually get fed up with having to work while others are staying home. We are trying to be very generous with our "essential" staff and provide maximum latitude for them to work from home and come in just a few days a week. Message for those at home is don't be stupid and post photos out fishing, on the beach, etc. It will only take one of these for this whole program to fall apart. Fortunately we are blessed that we have a supportive Mayor and Council that get it and value both the physical and mental wellness of our employees.