Question 1

Will I need to quarantine if I am fully vaccinated?

Accepted Answer

Fully vaccinated employees will not need to quarantine if they have a known exposure to COVID-10, as long as they are asymptomatic.    However, if a fully vaccinated employee experiences COVID-19 symptoms, they should get tested and follow isolation protocol.

Question 2

What is the typical quarantine period for an exposure or positive diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Employees should immediately report a potential exposure or need to take a Covid-19 test to their supervisor. The supervisor will work with Human Resources to determine the necessary course of action, which the employee will be required to take. Each situation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees will be expected to comply.   Illinois Department of Public Health guidelines: Potential Exposure Quarantine Guidance Guidance for Fully Vaccinated People

Question 3

What should I do if I have been around someone who contracts Covid-19 or if I begin to have Covid-like symptoms?

Accepted Answer

If you learn that you have been exposed to someone who has or may have Covid-19: Do not come to work! Advise your supervisor: Has the exposure been from someone who is symptomatic or have they had a positive test result? How long ago was your exposure to this person? Were you wearing appropriate PPE at the time (face covering)? Be as specific as possible and provide as much information as possible. Begin thinking of who you have had close contact with at work and when that was.  Your supervisor will contact your department head, who will contact Human Resources Director Amber Campbell and specific actions will be determined based on the facts of the situation. Each situation will be slightly different, so this allows for the best possible response for your situation. You will be asked to self-quarantine until the results of the symptomatic person have been received. If those results are positive for Covid-19, then you must quarantine until you can be tested.  Steps will be taken to immediately sanitize the work area, any work surfaces, vehicles and tools. If you are feeling ill with Covid-19 symptoms: Do not come to work! Advise your supervisor of your situation. Your supervisor will contact your department head, who will contact Human Resources Director Amber Campbell. Begin thinking of who you have had contact with at work and when that was. During this time, You should undergo active monitoring by your physician. Get tested for Covid-19 per your physician’s instructions. If your test is positive, contact your supervisor immediately and provide information on your contact with others in the workplace or community in order to perform contact tracing. Quarantine Guidelines from IDPH If you have a positive test, those who have been in contact with you will be notified by the Human Resources Director.

Question 4

If an employee appears ill, can a supervisor inquire about the nature of the employee’s illness or send the employee home?"

Accepted Answer

Supervisors have the right and responsibility to send employees home if they appear ill. The EEOC has said that employers can now make medical inquiries about whether or not you have COVID-19 symptoms because this is a pandemic. The City’s position is that the Supervisor should notify Human Resources when any employee is sent home. Human Resources will provide guidance on appropriate inquires.

Question 5

If I have a family member at home who is sick with COVID-19, should I come to work?"

Accepted Answer

No. Stay home and self-quarantine to prevent any possible transmission to others. If you are emergency personnel, contact your supervisor immediately. We recommending that you get tested as well. Current recommendations are the testing should be conducted 4-5 days following exposure. This waiting period reduces the risk of false-negatives. The testing is free to government employees. Check here for more detailed information.

Question 6

Will my City health insurance cover medical expenses associated with treatment for COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We have determined that we will reimburse COVID-19 services as follows: 1.   Testing for COVID-19 will be reimbursed at 100% under the Medical Benefit Plan and 2.   Medical treatments for the COVID-19 (such as doctor visits, hospitalizations etc.) will be paid same as any other illness under the plan. 3.    Testing for antibodies will be covered at 100% if it is ordered by a medical professional. Update 5-22-20 COVID-19 Testing and Related Services Legislation enacted by Congress requires group health plans to provide benefits in full for COVID-19 testing (no copays or member cost-sharing). Required coverage has been clarified to include: COVID-19 testing, even if not FDA-approved. This includes serological tests for COVID-19 used to detect antibodies. Diagnostic services and items provided during urgent care, emergency room, or in-person or telehealth provider visits that result in an order for or administration of COVID-19 testing. This includes blood tests and x-rays administered to rule out flu or pneumonia. When available, COVID-19 preventive items, services, and immunizations that receive specified recommendations from the CDC’s United States Preventive Services Task Force.

Question 7

Who should I contact if I have additional questions?

Accepted Answer

For employment related matters, please contact Human Resources Director Amber Campbell at amber.campbell@cityoflakeforest.com or 847.810.3532. For questions specific to City services or operations, please contact your supervisor or the appropriate department.

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