How can I improve ventilation in my home during the COVID-19 pandemic?

How can I improve ventilation in my home during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Operate a whole-house fan, or an evaporative cooler, if your home has one.• Operate a window air conditioner that has an outdoor air intake or vent, with the vent open (some window air conditioners do not have outside air intakes).

How to improve air circulation in an office during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Increase circulation of outdoor air as much as possible by opening windows and doors if possible, and using fans.

Can fans be used to decrease the risk of COVID-19 transmission indoors?

Yes. While fans alone cannot make up for a lack of outdoor air, fans can be used to increase the effectiveness of open windows, as described in the CDC list of ventilation improvement considerations.

What are some steps my employer should take to maintain a healthy work environment during the COVID-19 pandemic?

See full answer⁃ Move the electronic payment terminal/credit card reader farther away from the cashier in order to increase the distance between the customer and the cashier, if possible.⁃ Use verbal announcements on the loudspeaker and place signage throughout the establishment, at entrances, in restrooms, and in breakrooms to remind employees and customers to maintain distances of 6 feet from others.⁃ Place visual cues such as floor decals, colored tape, or signs to indicate to customers where they should stand during check out.⁃ Shift primary stocking activities to off-peak or after hours when possible to reduce contact with customers.⁃ Remove or rearrange chairs and tables or add visual cue marks in employee break rooms to support social distancing practices between employees. Identify alternative areas such as closed customer seating spaces to accommodate overflow volume.

What can I do to help with COVID-19 fatigue?

• Make sure to get a good night’s sleep. This can help your body preserve energy.• Try relaxation techniques like mindful meditation, aromatherapy, yoga, and tai chi. These can help to reduce stress and fatigue symptoms.