January 2019 – July 2022
With the spread of Omicron, it’s more important than ever to follow the Lab’s COVID-19 safety protocols. Tools you can use include vaccination, distancing, eating and drinking with care, and wearing a well-fitted mask. Learn about masks, improving their fit, and other tips by clicking here. https://ehs.lbl.gov/2022/01/12/omicron-variant/
The Lab is providing N95 respirators at no cost for employees working on site. N95s are obtained from EHS, and you will need training before use. Read more for details. https://drive.google.com/file/d/19EHChRzn15BGxsIWebXvoVNZM9BLZDQh/view
Due to the COVID-19 surge, Health Services is experiencing a very high call volume. Please leave your name, call-back number, and your reason for calling. Health Services will respond as soon as possible. You can also call the COVID info line at 510-486-5000 to confidentially report a positive test. https://ehs.lbl.gov/service/health-services/
Join Lab senior leaders and experts today at 1 p.m., as they describe the current health and safety environment in the local community, review the Lab’s evolving COVID-19 protocols, and answer your questions. The webinar will be hosted on streaming.lbl.gov. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MmM2Y2RqcDdzcjJjazZyc3RxOWEwMjlzMGYgbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_4s4rrg12l6eqg6ncmc2kt0vcgg%40group.calendar.google.com
Mark your calendar for a Lab-wide Stewardship Town Hall on Jan. 27, at 11 a.m. We will come together to revisit our values, highlight our recent successes, and celebrate the ways we have already been living our values and IDEA in our day-to-day work. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MmQ4NHZhNW5qc2I0amRqNGZ0N3NsaDRiZHQgbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_4s4rrg12l6eqg6ncmc2kt0vcgg%40group.calendar.google.com
The Lab’s Occupational Health Record (OHR) system has been updated to enable personnel who have received the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 booster shot to upload their vaccination records. Uploaded documents should include your name, DOB, and dates and types of the vaccinations you have received. https://covid.lbl.gov/home/covid-vaccination-policy
As part of the Lab’s overall vaccination requirements, a COVID booster dose will be required by February 28, 2022. You can upload your updated vaccination card showing the original and booster vaccination information at clinic.lbl.gov. Read the Lab’s COVID vaccine policy here. https://covid.lbl.gov/home/covid-vaccination-policy
As a reminder, Lab employees who test positive for COVID-19, whether they have been on Lab property or not, must contact Health Services immediately at 510-486-6266 for information on the next steps. https://covid.lbl.gov/home/covid-cases-at-the-lab
The Lab offers several COVID-19 leave options, including Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL), Administrative Leave to support obtaining vaccinations and boosters, and information on applying for COVID related Emergency Leave Donations if applicable. Review the policy guidance here. https://hr.lbl.gov/resource/covid-19-resources/paid-administrative-leave-guidance-for-covid-19/
The Lab is offering off-site COVID-19 testing in the Horseshoe Parking Lot (F Lot) from 7-10 a.m. on weekdays. This option is intended for mission essential Lab personnel who plan to work on site and who have recently gathered, traveled, or believe they might have been exposed. Read details here. https://covid.lbl.gov/home/testing-at-the-lab