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EXPOSURE CONTROL PLAN (ECP) COVID-19

REVISION DATE: APRIL 14TH, 2020

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IMPORTANT NOTE: This Exposure Control Plan is active and will adapted to changing risk levels/criteria.

1.1 PURPOSE & SCOPE

The purpose of this document is to outline the components of the Gorman Group Exposure Control Plan (ECP) for COVID-19 (coronavirus) for all

operations in the United States and Canada. This document will be utilized as a management and education tool to protect the health and safety of

all workers against exposure to COVID-19 during the pandemic crisis. The information within this document includes recommendations from

leading health authorities, including the World Health Organization (WHO), BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC), and the US Center for Disease

Control (CDC).

1.2 RESPONSIBILITIES

Managers • Implement COVID-19 ECP

• Ensure that all governmental, health and safety authority directives are understood and implemented

• Assess the risk and ensure measures are in place to effectively control employee exposure to COVID-19

• Communicate emerging issues to ensure they are addressed promptly

• Decide on case-by-case health scenarios that arise

• Ensure that contact information for Employee (and Family) Assistance Program is posted on site

• Manage safe RTW protocol for employees who are on sick leave, in isolation and/or have tested positive for COVID-19

• Offer flexible work options if they are available

• Approve essential contractors and visitors

Supervisors • Educate employees, contractors and visitors on COVID-19 ECP

• Monitor employees under their supervision for compliance with the requirements of this ECP

• Keep records and maintain privacy for employees who have been exposed or have tested positive for COVID-19

• Identify critical skills shortages due to absenteeism

• Maintain records for all training and education provided to workers on COVID-19 prevention and mitigation

Employees • Follow all the requirements of COVID-19 ECP

• Contact supervisors for any questions or concerns regarding COVID-19 or this ECP

• Conduct self-monitoring and a daily assessment of health

• Report any individual or peer observed sick symptoms to supervisor immediately

• Report any recent travel or travel plans to supervisor

• Stay at home if any sick symptoms are present. Notify supervisor when you’ve been symptom free for 24 hours.

1.3 RISK IDENTIFICATION, ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL

According to the BC CDC, those most at risk of COVID-19 are:

• 65 years and older

• Have underlying medical conditions, which include: o chronic lung disease or moderate to severe asthma o serious heart conditions o immunocompromised including cancer treatment o severe obesity (body mass index [BMI] >40) or certain underlying medical conditions, particularly if not well controlled, such as

those with diabetes, renal failure, or liver disease might also be at risk

• Those who are pregnant

Example of work activities where there is potential for exposure: • Crew / management meetings

• Lunchrooms, washrooms, meeting rooms

• Shared computer stations

• Administering First Aid

• Workstations

• Mobile equipment usage

• Break relief (shared control consoles)

• Maintenance work involving multiple employees

• Vending machine usage

• Areas where visitors and the public are greeted

• Camps

• Offices

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Hazard and Control

The table below or an approved equivalent is to be used to identify potential hazards, assess risk and identify control measures to ensure worker

health and safety regarding COVID-19. *Note – Additional hazards and controls may be required for each specific site depending on risk level. The

below hazard assessment is intended to apply a minimum standard applicable for all Gorman Group operation sites.

Frequency of Exposure (F) Severity of Loss (s) Probability of Loss (P) F + S + P = Risk Rating (R)

1 – up to weekly 2 – up to daily 3 – 1+ times / day

1 – Class C – Minor, non-disabling, non-disruptive 2 – Class B – Serious injury or disruptive loss 3 – Class A - Major injury, permanent disability or loss

1 – Limited chance adverse event will occur 2- Adverse event likely to occur 3 – Adverse event likely to occur soon

7 to 9 = High Risk 5 to 6 = Medium Risk 3 to 4 = Low Risk

Type of Hazard: H = Health (acute or chronic) S = Safety (people and equipment) Q = Quality E = Environment

Hazard F S P Risk Rating Controls

Contact with person with confirmed COVID-19

1 3 1 5 Medium

• Employees / contractors with sick symptoms informed to stay home / not permitted on Gorman Group sites until clearance protocols from Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart are met.

• Hand washing / sanitization

Contact with person with symptoms of COVID-19

1 2 2 5 Medium

• Employees / contractors with sick symptoms informed to stay home / not permitted on Gorman Group sites until clearance protocols from Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart are met.


Close contact with someone who has been asked to self-isolate or quarantine due to travel in the last 14 days

1 2 1 4 Low

• Employees / contractors recently travelling required to go through and follow protocols from Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart.

• Employees / contractors recently travelling must report any sick symptoms to a supervisor

Contact with surface potentially contaminated with COVID-19 virus

1 2 1 4 Low

• Promotion of constant glove use where possible


• Follow Workstation Hygiene procedures

• Increased frequency of cleaning services

Contact with frequently used surface potentially contaminated with COVID-19 virus

1 2 2 5 Medium

• Increased cleaning frequency of high-traffic areas (lunchrooms, bathrooms, etc)

• Disinfecting computers/phones/photo copiers in between users in computer rooms, punch clocks, operator control stations and operator phones

• Promotion of constant glove use where possible


Peer to peer contact without signs and/or symptoms of COVID-19 virus

1 2 1 4 Low

• Self-Health Assessment tool and Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart to identify and remove workers who may have had exposure

• Crew/other meetings temporarily cancelled or alternative options used that follow physical distancing and hygiene requirements.

• Require 6 feet / 2 m social distancing between workers, including during breaks, lunch, meetings, and restroom use

• Elimination of meetings of more than 10 people per room


1.4 EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Education and training will be provided to workers through reviews of this ECP. It and its supporting documents will be posted through each

worksite. Supervisors will enforce requirements of COVID-19 prevention with all employees on site. Group training sessions will not occur to

comply with gatherings-restrictions.

Managers • Regularly communicate advisories and bulletins and ensure posted they are appropriately posted

• Review and ensure executed Gorman Group COVID-19 guides, flowchart and other applicable material

• Follow all written procedures and safe work practices

Supervisors • Coach, train and direct employees regarding this ECP and its Appendices, hand washing, personal hygiene and safe work procedures/practices for COVID-19 prevention

• Review and ensure implemented Gorman Group COVID-19 guides, flowchart and other applicable material

• Follow all written procedures and safe work practices

• Post, share and communicate all safety alerts related to COVID-19

Employees • Receive training as indicated above in supervisors’ education

• Employees to reference COVID-19 documentation throughout the site, including safety alerts and other information





1.5 WRITTEN PROCEDURES

General COVID-19 prevention measures:

General safe work practices:

DO’s DO NOT’s

• Practice good hygiene by washing and sanitizing your hands frequently following the W.H.O. guidelines

• Cover your mouth when coughing by coughing into your elbow or a tissue

• Properly dispose of any tissues used to cough or blow your nose

• Wear gloves when possible

• Be aware and become knowledgeable in COVID-19 symptoms

• Inform your supervisor if you are sick or observe another employee with sick symptoms

• Practice social distancing

• Keep your workstation clean and disinfect regularly

• Follow recommended practices of local health authorities

• DO NOT Touch your face, mouth and eyes

• DO NOT Cough without covering your mouth

• DO NOT Improperly dispose of used tissues or waste

• DO NOT Come in to work if you are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19

• DO NOT Come in to work if you have recently travelled outside of the country

• DO NOT Purposely engage with personnel who are presenting symptoms of COVID-19

Specific safe work procedures (also see Appendix J: COVID-19 Guidelines- First Aid Attendants, Facilities and Practices):

General cleaning/disinfecting of workstations, mobile equipment, and other touched surfaces

1. Wear gloves 2. Clean surface soiled material (wipe clean) 3. Use EPA approved cleaning solutions and note required contact time to achieve disinfection

• https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2

• Read the corresponding SDS and never mix chemicals 4. Spray cleaning solutions onto clean towel or rag (do not pour liquid on any part of a machine). 5. Wipe area clean. Pay special attention to everywhere that you or others touch such as:

6. Discard rag when cleanup is complete or when rag becomes soiled

Personal Hygiene – Hand washing and sanitizing

• Refer to instructions on hand washing (Appendix E: How to Handwash) and hand sanitizing (Appendix F: How to Handrub).

Social Distancing

• Social distancing means remaining out of group settings, avoiding mass gatherings, and maintaining distance (approximately 6 feet or 2 meters) from others.

• Complete risk assessment and control measures for areas where people gather. These may include: lunchrooms, meeting rooms, smoking areas, booths, or other areas where meetings or crew talks may be held.

o Limit room capacities (eg. Lunchrooms set up to allow for 6 feet distancing) o Recommended to limit one person in a washroom at a time o Limit the number of people allowed in smoking areas to allow for physical distancing between smokers

• Avoid face-to-face communication if possible and make use of alternate means to communicate important messages.

• Develop new procedures for tasks that normally require 2 or more employees (eg. maintenance tasks)

• Social (physical) distancing requirements will be monitored and enforced.

Mobile Equipment Work Stations Other

• Steering wheel

• Control buttons / levers

• Seatbelt

• Hand brakes

• Mirrors

• Door handles

• Door handles

• Control buttons

• Control levers / switches

• HMI screens

• Radios

• Phones

• Punch clocks

• Computer stations

• Phones

• Handrails

• Desks / tables

• Fridges / microwaves


https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2




1.6 HYGIENE FACILITIES AND DECONTAMINATION PROCEDURES (also see Appendix H: Hygiene Guidelines)

General hygiene facilities are provided throughout the site including:

• Manufacturing facilities and main office washrooms for hand washing

• Hand sanitizer stations throughout the site (lunchrooms, restrooms, offices, main entrances/exits, high-traffic areas)

• Hand sanitizer bottles throughout the site (offices, common areas)

• First aid room with plumbed sink for hand washing and first aid treatment (BC Operations)

The section below outlines the cleaning procedures and protocols taken by Gorman Group to help with prevention of exposure to COVID-19.

Responsible Gorman Group Employee Gorman Group / Contract Janitorial Service

Gorman Group / Deep Cleaning & Disinfecting Contract Service

Frequency Daily As determined by risk As required

Scope Wipe down and disinfect areas prior to use

Deep cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces

Cleaning and disinfecting of all applicable surfaces on site as deemed necessary by management

Focus Areas Common areas in Gorman Group operations (not exhaustive list)

• Operator stations, consoles, mobile equipment

• Door handles in lunchroom areas/office areas

• Computer stations

• Phones

• Hand-held radios

• Washrooms

• Lunchrooms

• Offices

• Computer rooms

• Offices

• Lunchrooms

• Restrooms

• Operator stations

• Computer rooms

• Commonly used handrails

• Other areas identified

1.7 HEALTH MONITORING

Employee health monitoring will include management monitoring, supervisor monitoring and self-monitoring.

Management Monitoring

• Return to work facilitation for employees with a confirmed case of COVID-19, employees exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms, and employees that have travelled out of country

• Monitor and perform regular check-ins with employees that have a confirmed case of COVID-19

• Track employees that are off due to illness, self-isolation or recent travel

• Review, follow and share Appendix C: Coping with Stress with employees

Supervisor Monitoring

• Take each employee who may have to be away from work, or who may be ready to return to work, through the ECP’s Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart

• Monitor employee travel plans and immediately report any travel plans to management.

• Review, follow and share Appendix C: Coping with Stress with employees

Self-Monitoring • Use Gorman Group ECP Appendix D: How to Self-Monitor, Self-Isolate, & Isolate (Quarantine) to understand how to self-monitor, isolate or quarantine, and report to supervisor as required.

• Self-monitoring will be employee led and will include an assessment of daily health. Employees will be expected to monitor any sick symptoms and personnel who they have been in contact with (whether they have travelled out of country or have knowingly been exposed to someone with COVID-19). Employees are expected to immediately report any sick symptoms to supervision and to stay home if any sick symptoms are present. Employees are also required to report any travel plans to supervision.

• Review and follow Appendix C: Coping with Stress

1.8 EXPOSURE RESPONSE

If an employee is confirmed to have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and has been in contact with other employees at the worksite the following

procedures will take place.

• Each case will be directed to the Manager and HR to determine risk and level of exposure to employees and the worksite.

• Manager and HR to begin Contact Tracing; the process of tracing a person’s physical location and past movements in order to build a comprehensive chronicle of a person’s whereabouts and determine with whom the person may have had contact. Employees with possible contact or exposure will be notified to monitor health and be potentially required to self-isolate.

• Work areas with possible exposure will confirmed to be sanitized.

• Employees / contractors with confirmed COVID-19 are not permitted on Gorman Group worksites until any required medical clearance is issued, and by attaining an allowable RTW outcome after going through the Gorman Group ECP Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart.





1.9 DOCUMENTATION

Records will be maintained for all training and education provided to workers. Any medical records will be maintained as confidential.

The below documents will also be included as an Appendix to this document as supporting reference information:

• Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart

• Appendix B: ‘What If’ Protocol: Potential Worksite COVID-19 Infection

• Appendix C: Coping with Stress

• Appendix D: How to Self-Monitor, Self-Isolate, & Isolate (Quarantine)

• Appendix E: How to Handwash

• Appendix F: How to Handrub

• Appendix G: Social (Physical) Distancing Guidelines

• Appendix H: Hygiene Guidelines

• Appendix I: COVID-19 Guidelines- Conducting L/O Verifications and P.W.H.A.’s

• Appendix J: COVID-19 Guidelines- First Aid Attendants, Facilities and Practices

• Appendix K: Risk Assessment Tool - Tasks Requiring Workers within 6’ Proximities

2.0 DOCUMENT CONTROL

Version Revision Details Revised by Date

1.0 Document creation/revision David Murray 2020-03-26

2.0 Document revision David Murray 2020-03-28




6.0 Updated Appendix A David Murray 2020-04-07

7.0 Updated Appendix A David Murray 2020-04-15





Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart (BC)





Appendix B: ‘What If’ Protocol: Potential Worksite COVID-19 Infection Flowchart

Employee states that they may be infected with Coronavirus

Step 1A Ask about symptoms. Take the Gorman

Group Employee Coronavirus Decision Chart

Step 3E Resume operations

Step B

If worker IS symptomatic AND/OR has been

directed to isolate/be quarantined:

• Determine who and where they were in

contact with at the workplace.

• Instruct employee to notify HR and payroll,

and isolate according to the Gorman Group Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart

Step D Sanitize all potentially infected areas. Shut

down areas or facilities as necessary.

Step 2

If worker is NOT:

• Symptomatic

NOR

• Medically or

governmentally

directed to be

quarantined

Instruct employee

to advise HR and

self-monitor.

Step C Advise all coworkers who were in close contact

with individual who is isolated/quarantined,

and refer each through the Gorman Group Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart

¹ Note, this information is based off of allowable steps to

continue to safely operate at the time of the publication.

Review and follow all current Health and Governmental

requirements prior to utilizing this protocol.





Appendix B, continued: ‘What If’ Protocol: Potential Worksite COVID-19 Infection Details

Employee states that they may be infected with Coronavirus

Step 1A→ Ask them to complete the self-assessment tool and the Gorman Group Appendix A: Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart: Reported signs and symptoms include fever, coughing, and/or difficulty breathing. If symptoms of COVID-19 are present, the self-assessment tool must be completed and 8-1-1 called. People without any COVID-19 symptoms, or those with non-COVID-19 symptoms which can be managed at home, will likely not be tested.

• Assessment tool: https://covid19.thrive.health/

• Testing will occur by appointment for people who have been referred by their primary care provider or an 8-1-1 nurse https://news.interiorhealth.ca/news/testing-information/

• Employees can call 811 for advice from health professionals. To support testing of people who meet specific criteria, new testing guidelines from the BCCDC limit testing to people with symptoms who are hospitalized or are likely to be hospitalized, health-care workers, residents of long-term care facilities, or part of an investigation of a cluster or outbreak

Step 2→ If employee is NOT symptomatic of any illness and the self-assessment tool/medical practitioner does not direct isolation, quarantine or hospitalization, instruct employee to self-monitor and advise HR. Self-monitoring means looking for new symptoms or signs of coronavirus infection such as fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat, etc. If symptoms develop, contact 8-1-1 or a health care provider. If symptoms are severe, such as shortness of breath or chest pain, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest Emergency Department.

• Watch for the appearance of symptoms, particularly fever and respiratory symptoms such as coughing, sore throat, or shortness of breath.

• Take and record temperature daily and avoid the use of fever reducing medications (e.g., acetaminophen, ibuprofen) as much possible. These medications could mask an early symptom of COVID-19; if these medications must be taken, client should advise their healthcare provider.

Step B→ If the employee IS symptomatic or the self-assessment tool/medical practitioner directs isolation, quarantine or hospitalization, employee must isolate for the number of days advised. Notify payroll and HR. BCCDC isolation link: This includes staying home and avoiding situations where the person could infect other people, such as social gatherings, work, school, childcare, athletic events, university, faith-based gatherings, healthcare facilities, grocery stores, restaurants, shopping malls, public transportation and all public gatherings.

• Stay at home. Do not go to work, school, or public areas, and don’t use public transport/ taxis.

• Wash your hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer often. Friends or relatives can be asked to get groceries, do other shopping or pick up medication. Alternatively, groceries and medication can be ordered by phone or online

• Limit the number of home visitors to only those who must be seen and keep the visits short

• Avoid face to face contact; keep a distance of 2 metres (6 feet) from another person.

→ Determine who and where they were in contact with at the workplace: • What shift are they on?

• Close contact with which Coworkers? • What machine centers?

• Did they use the Washroom?

• Did they use the Lunchroom? • Did they go in any Office areas?

Step C→ Advise all coworkers who were in close contact with individual who is isolated/quarantined, and refer each through the Gorman Group Employee Coronavirus Decision Chart.

Step D→ Sanitize all potentially infected areas. Shut down areas or facilities as necessary. Refer to Appendix H: Hygiene Guidelines

Step 3E → Safe to resume operations.


https://covid19.thrive.health/

https://news.interiorhealth.ca/news/testing-information/

http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/testing-isolation




Appendix C: Coping with Stress

It is normal to feel sad, stressed, confused, scared,

overwhelmed or angry during a crisis.

Stay connected

• Talk to people you trust • Contact your friends and family at home by phone, video chat, email etc.

Talk to a health worker or counsellor • Take advantage of our Gorman Group Employee and Family Assistance counsellor

services or local community options. • Contact HR or your Supervisor for more information.

Get the facts

Find a credible source you can trust:

US: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html CAN: httpss://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html

Keep things in perspective

Lessen worry by limiting the time you and your family spend watching or listening to news about the outbreak.

Keep yourself healthy

Maintain proper diet, sleep, exercise and contact with loved ones.


https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

ps://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html

ps://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html




Appendix D: How to Self-Monitor, Self-Isolate, & Isolate (Quarantine)





Appendix E: How to Handwash





Appendix F: How to Handrub





Appendix G: Social (Physical) Distancing Guidelines

• Stay 2 meters/ 6 feet from others • Avoid face-to-face communication whenever

possible. • If it isn’t, use other methods of communication.

Avoid common greetings like

handshakes

Avoid large gatherings of people

Common areas to be aware of:

• Restrooms – recommend one person at a time

• Operator booths – recommend one person at a time

• Lunchrooms, smoking areas, boardrooms – 6ft distance

• Multi-person workstations – 6ft distance

• Critical tasks (eg first aid visit) that require <6ft proximities must follow a specific Safe Work Procedure

6 feet / 2 metres





Appendix G, continued: Social (Physical) Distancing Guidelines

The implementation of social distancing has caused us all to reassess the way we interact and perform work. Jobs that require

multiple employees must now be done in a way which takes the 6’ foot rule into consideration. The information below provides a

guideline for employees who may have unique challenges in their efforts to align with the social distancing standard.

General Guidelines for Social (Physical) Distancing

• Workplace activities must adhere to the 6’ social distancing guideline

Exceptions for Essential Tasks/Jobs

• There will be times when it is impossible or not safe to perform an essential task/job while being 6’ away.

• Tasks like lifting heavy objects or maneuvering awkward items may require employees to work closer

than what is currently acceptable.

• Like with Lockout Verifications, these situations need to be recorded in CorePoint (or acceptable

alternative documentation) before work can proceed. In these cases, use the CorePoint “Hygiene” tag.

Control Measures

If social distancing guidelines cannot be met, we must ensure the following control measures are in place:

• Self-Assessment: confirm that both parties are free of any illness symptoms, including but not limited to:

o Fever

o Coughing

o Difficulty breathing

• PPE: All employees working within 6’ must wear

o N95 respiratory masks

o Gloves

• Talking: avoid speaking face-to-face

o Consider alternative communication methods (radio, safely-used phone)

o When speaking, do so 6’ apart, loudly and towards the other’s ear

o When listening turn your head so an ear is facing towards the speaker

• Time: Employees must complete their <6’ work activities over 10 minutes intervals, and then pause to disinfect touch

surfaces.

Strategies for Maintaining Social (Physical) Distancing

• Discuss the specific physical distancing steps before the job begins.

• Perform a physical distancing risk assessment before the job begins.

o What tools are needed to aid in our success?

o How many people are going to do the job/task (can we do it with less?)

• Use radio contact rather than attempting to speak in a noisy environment. If a radio is not available, move to a quiet space to

talk.

• Use tools to lift heavy objects whenever possible. Rather than having two or more people physically lift a heavy object,

examine lifting device options and use them.

• Understand the job might take longer and that taking the extra time is perfectly acceptable.





Appendix H: Hygiene Guidelines - Workstation & Mobile Equipment





Appendix H, continued: Hygiene Guidelines - Disinfecting

Source: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html

Surfaces

• Wear disposable gloves when cleaning and disinfecting surfaces. Gloves should be discarded after each cleaning. If reusable gloves are used, those gloves should be dedicated for cleaning and disinfection of surfaces for COVID-19 and should not be used for other purposes. Consult the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning and disinfection products used. Clean hands immediately after gloves are removed

• If surfaces are dirty, they should be cleaned using a detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection. • For disinfection, diluted household bleach solutions, alcohol solutions with at least 70% alcohol, and most

common EPA-registered household disinfectants should be effective. o Diluted household bleach solutions can be used if appropriate for the surface. Follow manufacturer’s

instructions for application and proper ventilation. Check to ensure the product is not past its expiration date. Never mix household bleach with ammonia or any other cleanser. Unexpired household bleach will be effective against coronaviruses when properly diluted. Prepare a bleach solution by mixing: ▪ 5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water or ▪ 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water

o Products with EPA-approved emerging viral pathogens claims are expected to be effective against COVID-19 based on data for harder to kill viruses. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for all cleaning and disinfection products (e.g., concentration, application method and contact time, etc.).

• For soft (porous) surfaces such as carpeted floor, rugs, and drapes, remove visible contamination if present and clean with appropriate cleaners indicated for use on these surfaces. After cleaning: o Launder items as appropriate in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. If possible, launder

items using the warmest appropriate water setting for the items and dry items completely, or Use products with the EPA-approved emerging viral pathogens claims (examples at this link) that are suitable for porous surfaces.

Clothing, towels, linens and other items that go in the laundry • Wear disposable gloves when handling dirty laundry from an ill person and then discard after each use. If

using reusable gloves, those gloves should be dedicated for cleaning and disinfection of surfaces for COVID-19 and should not be used for other household purposes. Clean hands immediately after gloves are removed. o If no gloves are used when handling dirty laundry, be sure to wash hands afterwards. o If possible, do not shake dirty laundry. This will minimize the possibility of dispersing virus through the

air. o Launder items as appropriate in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. If possible, launder

items using the warmest appropriate water setting for the items and dry items completely. Dirty laundry from an ill person can be washed with other people’s items.

o Clean and disinfect clothes hampers according to guidance above for surfaces. If possible, consider placing a bag liner that is either disposable (can be thrown away) or can be laundered.


https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html

https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html

https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2020-03/documents/sars-cov-2-list_03-03-2020.pdf

https://www.americanchemistry.com/Novel-Coronavirus-Fighting-Products-List.pdf

https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/when-how-handwashing.html




Appendix I: COVID-19 Guidelines- Conducting L/O Verifications and P.W.H.A.’s Assess the area of work while keeping social distance: ❑ During tasks involving more than 1 employee, use a Pre-Work Hazard Assessment

(PWHA) to identify social distancing controls.

❑ Go to a quiet place where you can have a conversation while keeping social distance

❑ Show your locks are secure by pulling/tugging on them while the Lockout Verifier watches from 6ft/2m away.

When signing-off on a Lockout Verification or PWHA: ❑ Wear your gloves ❑ Place the booklet on a hard surface ❑ Use your pen (or a freshly disinfected shared pen) to initial without touching the pad

❑ Disinfect tools/tablets used as appropriate

Surroundings/Work Area: ❑ Ensure task will allow for 6 ft/2 m distance between employees ❑ Discuss social distancing measures with team ❑ Consider other solutions such as order of workflow ❑ Create physical barriers if allowed ❑ Consider wearing face shields

❑ Ensure controls do not introduce additional risk to the task

Company Position on Face Masks/Respirators • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does not recommend that the

general public wear N95 respirators to protect themselves from respiratory diseases,

including COVID-19. The CDC has identified that the best way to prevent illness is to avoid

being exposed to this virus, such as social distancing 6 ft/2 m.

• Face masks (not N-95 respiratory masks) are not designed to filter out small aerosols,

including COVID-19.

• Based on guidance from health authorities, Gorman Group does not require or encourage

the general use of face masks to protect against COVID-19, and N95 respirators will only

be considered included as PPE in essential workplace tasks where personnel must be <6’.





Appendix J: COVID-19 Guidelines- First Aid Attendants, Facilities and Practices

PURPOSE

Gorman Group is committed to protecting the health and safety of all

employees and contractors doing work on Gorman Group worksites.

First Aid Attendants may be expose to a higher risk due to the need to

assess and treat patients within 6 feet or 2 meters distance for greater

than a few minutes.

SCOPE AND AUDIENCE

These guidelines apply to First Aid Attendants working on Gorman Group

worksites.

GUIDELINES

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Disposable Gloves

• Safety Glasses (Goggles or a face shield)

• N95 filtering face mask (or better) for you and your patient

regardless of symptoms because of close contact.

• Blood Borne Pathogen Kit, or the supplies that typically make a kit: absorbents, antiseptics, wipes, biohazard

bags, towels, eye shields, gowns, gloves and scoopers.

1. Scene Assessment:

a. Ensure no further danger to you or your patient.

b. Carry out all protection control measures for the first aid attendants from possible COVID-19 exposure and hygiene practices to prevent potential contamination of the first aid room.

c. Assess patient for any signs of sickness that are evident or disclosed.

d. If signs of sickness are present and the nature of the first aid is

i. a non-emergency, a supervisor must be contacted to assess the employee according to Appendix A:

Employee Coronavirus Decision Flowchart

ii. an emergency, then both First Aid Attendant and Patient must wear an N95 filtering face mask or

better (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

2. Primary Survey: a. If life threatening an ambulance must be called, and all available information given to the ambulance

attendants.

b. If a full Primary Survey is required, then all necessary PPE must be worn including an N95 filtering face mask,

disposable gloves and safety glasses.

c. If a Modified Primary Survey is required, besides wearing PPE, attempt to use the patient’s own verbal responses

to your questions along with minimal hands on assessments.





Appendix J, continued: COVID-19 Guidelines- FAA’s, Facilities and Practices

3. Transport Decision for Patients Exhibiting Symptoms of COVID-19: a. If life threatening an ambulance must be called, and all available information given to the ambulance

attendants.

b. First Aid Attendants are to continue their practice of performing a thorough assessment and treatment to avoid

unnecessary medical intervention.

c. Patients exhibiting or disclosing any signs of sickness will not be admitted into the hospital for non-life-

threatening injuries.

d. First Aid Attendants who transport patients to the hospital may have to talk to the hospital staff, and the staff

may treat patient in the parking lot at your vehicle or assess them at your vehicle before admitting your patient.

4. Secondary Survey: a. If life threatening an ambulance must be called, and all available information given to the ambulance

attendants.

b. First Aid Attendants must use protocols as set out in your jurisdiction’s health and safety regulator’s

requirements.

c. Follow the protocols in your first aid training and get assistance from another First Aid Attendant if needed.

d. The patient will not be admitted right away at a medical facility if the patient is exhibiting symptoms of illness and

the injury is not life-threatening or is minor in nature. The patient may be assessed in the parking lot at your

vehicle.

5. Treatment:

a. If life threatening an ambulance must be called, and all available information given to the ambulance

attendants.

b. First Aid Attendants must use protocols as set out in your jurisdiction’s health and safety regulator’s

requirements.

c. Follow the protocols in your first aid training and get assistance from another First Aid Attendant if needed.

d. The patient will not be admitted right away at a medical facility if the patient is exhibiting symptoms of illness and

the injury is not life-threatening or is minor in nature. The patient may be assessed in the parking lot at your

vehicle.

e. Protect yourself and your patient from while treating them with the required PPE and hygiene practices.

f. Record all findings in the First Aid Report Form.





Appendix K: Risk Assessment Tool - Tasks Requiring Workers within 6’ Proximities

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR

RESPIRATORY PATHOGEN

LOW RISK

Workers who do not

work within close

proximity (6ft) of co-

workers.

MODERATE RISK

Workers who may

temporarily work within

close proximity (6ft) to

co-workers.

HIGH RISK

Workers who may have

contact with suspected

co-workers showing signs

of respiratory illness¹.

¹Note, employees who are

identified with signs of

illness must not remain on

the workplace.

HAND HYGIENE

Yes – washing with soap and water, using an alcohol-based rub or using disinfecting

hand wipes

Yes – washing with soap and water, using an alcohol-based rub or

using disinfecting hand wipes

Yes – washing with soap and water, using an alcohol-based rub or

using disinfecting hand wipes

GLOVES

(specify for risk)

IMPERVIOUS,

LEATHER OR CUT

RESISTANT

(according to regular

task identified

hazards)

IMPERVIOUS, LEATHER

OR CUT RESISTANT

(according to regular task

identified hazards)

IMPERVIOUS GLOVES

APRONS, OR COVERALLS

APRON OR COVERALLS


task identified

hazards)

APRON OR COVERALLS

(according to regular task

identified hazards)

COVERALLS

EYE PROTECTION –

GOGGLES / FACE SHIELD

SAFETY GLASSES,

GOOGLES OR FACE

SHIELD


task identified

hazards)

SAFETY GLASSES

FACE SHIELD ALSO

REQUIRED UNLESS

RESPIRATOR (N95 min) IS

UTILIZED

EYEWEAR AND FACE

SHIELD

AIRWAY PROTECTION –

RESPIRATORS

(MIN N95)

AIRWAY PROTECTION

RESPIRATORS


task identified

hazards)

REQUIRED UNLESS FACE

SHIELD IS UTILIZED.

MINIMUM N95

RESPIRATOR OR

EQUIVALENT REQUIRED


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