Quick Guide - updated 9.27.23
The following resources and information related to illness in the workplace are provided to guide the City of Portland’s internal COVID-19 response. Please note, the City is following CDC COVID-19 guidance which can be found here: What to Do If You Were Exposed to COVID-19 | CDC and Isolation and Precautions for People with COVID-19 | CDC. Details on how to count days post-exposure and for isolation are found at those links.
In summary, this guidance is as follows:
- Quarantine- not required after an exposure. Mask for 10 full days and test on Day 6 post-exposure.
- Isolation- required for 5 full days after symptom onset, or a positive test if there are no symptoms. If asymptomatic with a positive test and symptoms start later, Day 0 restarts at symptom onset. Ok to return to work on Day 6 if symptoms have improved and fever-free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication. Wear a mask through day 10. No additional testing is needed.
- What if I continue to test positive while recovering? A positive test after 5 days does not require additional isolation if symptoms are improving, though masking is still required through Day 10. A positive test after 10 days does not require additional isolation or masking. Antigen tests may stay positive even though you are no longer contagious.
Safety Guidance
Covid-19 Return to Work Guidance Updates
Memos
For additional support or questions, contact Occupational Health at OccHealth@portlandoregon.gov or (503) 823-5238. You may also reach out to your Human Resources Business Partner, listed here, regarding leave or work schedule needs.
Archived Memos
Vaccine Mandate Policy Update 5.1.23
COVID-19 Health and Safety Directive
COVID-19 Health and Safety Directive
COVID-19 Workplace Illness and Exposure Notification Memo
Employee Safety Information and Requirements
OSHA Response to City Variance Request 01.08.2021
Archived Safety Guidance
Coaching Conversations Guidance: KN95s and Other Face Coverings
As a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, facial coverings have become both a tool for prevention as well as a divisive issue for many individuals. The following guidance may be a helpful reference when coaching for compliance on this issue.
Best Practices for Wearing Face Coverings during Excessive Heat and Unhealthy Air Conditions