Common use of Testing Recommendations Clause in Contracts

Testing Recommendations. As of July 13, 2020, all close contacts (with or without symptoms) should be tested between days 5 and 9 after exposure to a positive case. Close contacts of positive cases may call their healthcare provider to arrange for testing. If other testing options are needed, refer to the City of Chicago’s coronavirus testing website. • A negative result does not rule out developing COVID-19 disease and does not clear a close contact to return to the childcare facility sooner than 14 days from the date of last exposure. Quarantine for 14 days is essential to continue to monitor for symptoms. • A positive result should be reported to the daycare as well as CDPH. If positive, individuals should isolate themselves until: o It has been at least 10 days since the onset of the individual’s illness or specimen collection date; o The individual’s symptoms, including cough, have improved; and o The individual is free from fever without the use of fever-reducing medications for at least 24 hours. If symptoms develop at any time during the 14 days, the individual should be evaluated and tested for COVID-19 as soon as possible. • A negative result does not rule out developing COVID-19 disease. Quarantine for 14 days is essential to continue to monitor for symptoms. If symptoms worsen, the individual should speak with their healthcare provider to discuss retesting. • A positive result should be reported to the daycare as well as CDPH. If positive, individuals should isolate themselves until: o It has been at least 10 days since the onset of the individual’s illness or specimen collection date; o The individual’s symptoms, including cough, have improved; and o The individual is free from fever without the use of fever-reducing medications for at least 24 hours. Cleaning Perform enhanced cleaning and disinfection after persons suspected/confirmed to have COVID-19 have been in the facility. Follow CDC cleaning and disinfection recommendations. Unless otherwise recommended by CDPH, automatic facility closure is not required with a single case of COVID-19 as long as close contacts have been notified of quarantine recommendations. Next Steps