What should been done if an employee feels sick or shows H1N1 symptoms?
If an employee feels sick, he or she should not come to work, and should notify the the appropriate supervisor or manager of the situation. If an employee starts to feel sick while already at work, he or she should inform his or her supervisor or manager and should be sent home. Employees should review the information about the H1N1 flu issued by the Department of Public Health or the CDC to determine if symptoms are representative of the H1N1 virus. The CDC fact sheet can be located at http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/swineflu_you.htm. If symptoms are similar to those caused by H1N1 flu, or if there is uncertainty about symptoms, the affected employee should call his or her doctor immediately. Follow the primary care provider’s advice on when to return to work. A manager/supervisor who is unsure of what to do in a particular situation should consult with his or her Human Resources representative.
