Human Cases of Swine Influenza Guidance for Restaurant Employee Communication
Now more than ever it is time to remind your employees that good hygiene practices are critical to preventing the spread of influenza as well as other potential illnesses. Following direction from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, guidance for communicating with your employees is listed below.
* Remind employees that their health and safety, as well as that of our customers, is our number-one priority.
* Coordinate with your local health department on any actions that are being taken in your local community. Keep in close contact to be sure you are advised of any change in local status.
* Repeat the basic steps of proper hygiene:
- Wash hands often.
- Cover mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough.
- Avoid touching your mouth, nose or eyes.
* Inform employees of the symptoms of swine flu:
- Fever
- Headaches
- Cough
- Chills
- Sore throat
- Fatigue
- Body aches
- Possible diarrhea and vomiting.
* Suggest that if employees experience symptoms they believe are connected with the flu, they should see a health care provider who can direct appropriate action.
* Be sure to have this information accessible and easily visible to all employees.
As the situation continues to develop, the National Restaurant Associatiom will update these communications guidelines accordingly.
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