MHIR masking update

Thanks to Amy Caron for this contribution! 

Dear MHIR Colleagues,

 

Effective immediately, we will be reverting back to monitoring the COVID community levels and masking accordingly at 81 Research Drive and 509 Forest Ave.

 

Since the COVID community levels for Cumberland County are currently Low, the following guidelines should be followed:

 

·         If you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, included being boosted, you may choose to do the following:

o   Masking is optional

o   Social distancing is optional

o   Shared space for food (of any kind) and beverages is allowed

o   Check when booking rooms for updated occupancy limits

·         If you are NOT vaccinated, or NOT boosted:

o   You must continue to mask

o   Continue to social distance

o   Do not partake in food sharing

 

Moving forward we will monitor the community levels on a weekly basis (on Thursdays) and will update the sign on the front door and front desk of 81 Research Dive and on the doors to the suites at 509 Forest Ave. to indicate the current level. During Low or Medium levels, the guidelines above can be followed. During High levels, masks must be worn.

 

You can check the community levels here - CDC COVID Data Tracker: County View (make sure to select ‘COVID-19 Community Levels’ as the data type).

 

For locations other than 81 Research Drive and 509 Forest Ave., please follow the masking guidance specific for those sites.


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