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COVID-19 Resources
WFC COVID-19 Resource Library
As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread and public concern and concerns over the safety of our first responders are raised, the Washington Fire Chiefs want to provide you with the most recent information and recommendations as this unfolds.
COVID-19 Video Resources
COVID-19 Resource and Article Links
CDC
WA DOH
National Institute of Health
Coronavirus Fact Sheet for First Responders
IAFC
IAFF
National Volunteer Firefighter Council
Strategic Fire
King County Fire Chiefs Association
Can biowarfare agents be defeated with light? Harvard Library
National Coronavirus Response: A Road Map to Reopening
Decontamination and Reuse of Filtering Facepiece Respirators
Addressing COVID-19 Face Mask Shortages
A scientific consortium for data-driven study of N95 filtering facepiece respirator decontamination
Far-UVC light: A new tool to control the spread of airborne-mediated microbial diseases
COMMENTARY: Respirators can be reused, but decontamination not well studied
Impact of multiple consecutive donnings on filtering facepiece respirator fit
Impact of Three Biological Decontamination Methods on Filtering Facepiece Respirator Fit, Odor, Comf
UV Sterilization of Personal Protective Equipment with Idle Laboratory Biosafety Cabinets During the
Evaluation of Multiple (3-Cycle) Decontamination Processing for Filtering Facepiece Respirators
UVC for disinfection of surfaces
A Genomic Model for Predicting the Ultraviolet Susceptibility of Viruses
UV Sterilization of Personal Protective Equipment with Idle Laboratory Biosafety Cabinets During the
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Instructions for Healthcare Personnel: Preparation of Compatible N95 Respirators for Decontamination
AAAS Science - Coronavirus: Research, Commentary, and News
Covid-19 (Coronavirus) - Academia
EU Coronavirus response
Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy
Nature - Coronavirus
SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 – Springer Nature
Lit COVID
COVID-19 Document Resources
COVID-19 Resources
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F414-171-000 Coronavirus (COVID-19) Prevention- Firefighting Industry
F414-171-000 Coronavirus (COVID-19) Prevention- Firefighting Industry
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IAFC Guide for Coronavirus Planning and Response v.2
IAFC Guide for Coronavirus Planning and Response v.2
4/29/2020 11:26 PM
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Infection Control for Prehospital EMS COVID-19 3.6.20
Infection Control for Prehospital EMS COVID-19 3.6.20
4/29/2020 11:26 PM
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Ludwig Ltr.Pete Gaynor Follow up
Ludwig Ltr.Pete Gaynor Follow up
4/29/2020 11:18 PM
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Sample COVID-19 Procedural Manual
Sample COVID-19 Procedural Manual
4/29/2020 11:27 PM
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Sick Leave Flow Chart 3-19
Sick Leave Flow Chart 3-19
4/29/2020 11:29 PM
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WFC COVID-19 Webinar
WFC COVID-19 Webinar
4/29/2020 11:15 PM
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COVID-19 News
Processing your Covid-19 contaminated turnout gear
Posted: May 7, 2020
Processing your Covid-19 contaminated turnout gear
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Volunteer Fire/EMS Departments Eligible for CARES Act Loan Programs
Posted: Apr 6, 2020
Volunteer Fire/EMS Departments Eligible for CARES Act Loan Programs
The
IAFC Economic Task Force
was established by Chief Gary Ludwig, IAFC president and chairman of the board, to start evaluating the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the fire and EMS community. The task force is actively working with IAFC staff and the Coronavirus Task Force to identify best practices as well as funding opportunities especially from the first of what we expect to be multiple federal stimulus packages. Already some funding opportunities have been identified that would benefit fire and EMS agencies that have non-profit status, particularly our volunteer organizations.
Under the CARES Act, all "private non-profit organizations" are eligible for purposes of the Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, including any entity exempt under IRC 501(c). As such, volunteer departments with IRC 501(c)(3) or IRC 501(c)(4) status can go online and apply for an emergency EIDL grant that is an advance of $10,000 to small businesses and non-profits that apply for SBA's EIDL program. The advance will be provided
within three days of applying for the loan
, and organizations will not be required to repay the advance, even if they are denied for an EIDL.
Documents to download
The Small Business Owner's Guide to the CARES Act
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IAFC COVID-19 Resources
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Expiring Training and Certifications During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Posted: Apr 1, 2020
Expiring Training and Certifications During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Department of Labor and Industries Division of Occupational Safety and Health
Purpose
This Directive provides temporary enforcement guidance to Compliance Safety and Health Officers for enforcing training and certifications requirements during the COVID-19 outbreak. Due to the Governor’s Office request for social distancing, and the President’s guidance to avoid crowds of more than 10 people, employers may not be able to provide employees the training required by DOSH codes.
Scope and Application
This Directive applies to all DOSH operations statewide. This temporary enforcement discretion policy will apply until further notification.
Documents to download
DOSH
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Labor and Industries Guidance Regarding COVID-19
Posted: Mar 20, 2020
Labor and Industries Guidance Regarding COVID-19
The Washington Fire Chiefs are aware that there have been a great deal of questions regarding the Labor and Industries process for first responders. Here are some resources they have provided for guidance:
Recorded news release from Governor Jay Inslee and L&I Director Joel Sacks
- This recorded press conference addresses Labor & Industries updated policy on workers’ compensation coverage for health care workers and first responders who are quarantined.
Workers' Compensation Coverage and Coronavirus (COVID-19) Common Questions
- FAQ's regarding COVID-19 that provides details on criteria for acceptance of COVID-19 claims and quarantine coverage and provides specific references to first responders.
Novel Coronavirus Outbreak (COVID-19) Resources
- this page includes information related to Paid Sick Leave and Workplace Safety and Health on L&I’s website. It is continually being updated as new information and resources are made available.
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DOH Interim Infection Control Guidance for Prehospital Emergency Services COVID-19
Posted: Mar 7, 2020
DOH Interim Infection Control Guidance for Prehospital Emergency Services COVID-19
The download link below is for the updated Interim Infection Control Guidance for Prehospital Emergency Services for the COVID-19 disease following updated information from the CDC on March 4, 2020.
This interim guidance was developed in coordination with the CDC. Partners should use this guidance until additional information is available from CDC, at which time we will update the guidance document.
More links
Download: Infection Control for Prehospital EMS COVID-19
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