Everyone is required to perform a symptom self-check prior to coming to campus.
To make self-screening as convenient as possible, CSUDH has added a screening tool to the iToros Mobile App. The app will inform users whether or not they may visit campus.
The new Toro Safety Ambassadors program supports compliance of health protocols among students, faculty, and staff returning to campus.
The ambassadors are checking that anyone arriving on campus has completed the daily COVID-19 symptom self-screening tool (available on the iToros app) and is cleared to enter campus buildings.
Look for ambassadors at screening check-in stations in Parking Lots 3 and 6. Anyone who is exhibiting COVID-like symptoms will be asked to return home. Those cleared to enter will be given a colored wristband.
For more information, contact eoc@csudh.edu.
The campus remains open. However, only approved activities and employees are allowed on campus. All large gatherings have been cancelled indefinitely. All proposed no-contact “drive-thru” events are thoroughly reviewed and approved on a case by case basis. Please submit proposed events to eoc@csudh.edu.
Faculty and staff needing to return to campus for any reason, whether temporary or for a sustained return, must submit those requests online. The online portal for requests replaces the PDF request process previously used.
To request a return to work, go to https://return.csudh.edu, select "Submit a Request" for your return type, and follow the prompts. Both the requestor and the approving authority will receive e-mail notifications when a request is submitted or approved. The previous PDF forms should not be used.
There are two types of campus returns:
Temporary return, where an employee requests to return to campus for a day or less to complete a temporary activity such as picking up equipment or mail. Temporary returns must be submitted at least 48 hours prior to the requested return date.
Sustained return, where an employee comes to campus daily or on a set schedule. Note: only supervisors can submit sustained return requests for the employees that they supervise. Sustained return requests also require division vice president approval.
There are step-by-step user guides with instructions available for employees:
Temporary Return to Campus Request Instructions [PDF]
Sustained Return to Campus Request Instructions [PDF]
Approve Return to Campus Request Instructions [PDF]
Please send any questions to eoc@csudh.edu.
Procurement provides vendors with the CSU Safety Plan, which outlines the safety protocols that must be adhered to while on campus.
Vendors and contractors delivering goods and performing work on campus shall adhere to the following guidelines:
An interactive version of the campus map is now available. This interactive application allows users to zoom, pan, and search campus features. The map includes buildings, in-person classrooms for fall 2020, parking lots, hand sanitizer stations, and more. Data layers may be turned off or on by selecting the check box in the Layer Selection menu. Many of the map features have additional information that is accessible by clicking the individual item of interest.
The return to work process will be tightly controlled and coordinated to mitigate potential risks and ensure everyone's safety.
Prior to authorizing return to work, CSUDH will:
Employees approved to return to work will:
Over the next several months, as our region stabilizes from the COVID-19 pandemic and stay-at-home restrictions are lifted, CSUDH will begin to bring our students, faculty, and staff back onto campus. We will use a coordinated phased approach to ensure physical distancing measures and personal protective equipment (PPE) are implemented.
April 5, 2021 update: L.A. County Department of Health has released new protocols for Institutes of Higher Education [PDF].
Phase 1: Only essential personnel can work on campus. The University will have the opportunity to refine safety measures and operational protocols before campus density is increased.
Phase 2 (Current Phase): Create opportunities for limited on-campus work to support instruction, student support, and research. Specifically, approved activities and staffing needed to support the Fall term
Phase 3: Create opportunities for additional on-campus work to support the institution's mission.
Phase 3 staffing is not allowed at this time.
Phase 4: State and local health orders are lifted. This phase becomes the "new normal."
Phase 4 staffing is not allowed at this time.
There are several staffing methods departments can implement to enhance social distancing measures and reduce population density within buildings and workspaces. These arrangements, which should be approved by the immediate supervisor, can be done in on a full or partial day/week schedule as appropriate. Additionally, staffing models that are employed must be approved by the appropriate Vice President.
Remote Work: Those who can work remotely to fulfill some, or all their work responsibilities may continue to do so to reduce the number of individuals on campus and the potential spread of the COVID-19 virus.
Alternating Days: Departments should schedule partial staffing on alternating days. Such schedules will help enable social distancing, especially in areas with large common workspaces.
Staggered Reporting/Departing: The beginning and end of the workday typically bring many people together at common entry/exit points of buildings. Staggering reporting and departure times by at least 30 minutes will reduce traffic in common areas.
Employees must complete COVID-19 safety awareness training prior to any return to campus. Employees will receive an email from CSU Learn to complete the training. For any questions on this safety training, please email ehs@csudh.edu.
In addition to the guidelines above, individuals assigned to perform work on university property shall observe the following CDC recommendations on personal hygiene:
Contractors and subcontractors performing work on university construction sites shall adhere to the CSU Safety Protocols found at the Vendors Resources webpage.
Refer regularly to the Procurement and Contracts webpage for latest updates and information
applicable to vendors and contractors.
The university urges all colleges, divisions, schools, departments, and other organizational units to delay or cancel any invited visitors through the Spring 2021 semester.
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