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Keep Safe: NMC is in Stage 3 of its 4-Stage Reopening Plan


Safety At A Glance
Face masks are required Wash your hands frequently Practice social distancing
Use hand sanitizer Stay home if you are sick Self-quarantine if you have been exposed

 

Before Coming to Campus

  • When should I stay at home?

    • Stay at home flowchart.

  • Check the current stage of NMC’s reopening plan.

    • Stage 1: March–June 14, 2020
    • Stage 2: June 15, 2020–May 23, 2021: Limited services on campus. Some small labs, hybrid classes.
    • Stage 3: Starting May 24, 2021: Campus is open with social distancing; face masks required if not fully vaccinated.
    • Stage 4: (Date to be determined) Campus is fully operational.

  • Consider remote solutions first.

    • If you can accomplish your task or resolve your need remotely (e.g.; by calling, emailing or scheduling a video meeting), do so.
    • NMC employees: Find more information on the Keep Working page.
    • NMC students: Find more information on the Keep Learning page.

  • Before coming to campus:

    • Screen yourself per NMC’s Exposure Control Plan.
    • If you answer “yes” to any of the screening questions, do not come to campus. Employees should contact their supervisor.

  • Bring a face mask.

    • Face masks are required in all common areas, classrooms and hallways if not fully vaccinated (homemade face masks may be worn if preferred).
    • NOTE: Face masks must be worn AND social distancing practiced (staying at least six feet apart). Face shields are NOT an acceptable substitute for face masks but may be worn in addition to face masks.

 

When On Campus

  • Be aware of the current stage of NMC’s reopening plan.

    • Stage 1: March–June 14, 2020
    • Stage 2: June 15, 2020–May 23, 2021: Limited services on campus. Some small labs, hybrid classes.
    • Stage 3: Starting May 24, 2021: Campus is open with social distancing; face masks required if not fully vaccinated.
    • Stage 4: (Date to be determined) Campus is fully operational.

  • Wear a face mask at all times if not fully vaccinated except when alone in an office.

    • NOTE: Face masks must be worn AND social distancing practiced (staying at least six feet apart) in all common areas, classrooms and hallways. Face shields are NOT an acceptable substitute for face masks but may be worn in addition to.

  • Practice social distancing at all times by staying at least six feet apart.

    • Observe floor markings in classrooms, hallways and on stairs.
    • Follow one-way directions and capacity limits where posted (e.g. bathrooms).
    • If possible, use stairs instead of elevators. Limit elevators to one occupant.
    • Read the CDC's Public Health Guidance for Community-Related Exposure for more information.

  • Clean classrooms, labs, and offices often — a collaborative effort.

    • Disinfectant spray, towels, wipes and gloves will be placed in all areas. Users should wipe down surface areas before and after use .
    • Example: A classroom is used for a staff meeting. Employees should wipe surfaces prior to sitting down and clean once the meeting has ended.
    • This would be the same for a class. Students should clean the area that they will be sitting in .
    • Employees: Order cleaning supplies through Central Stores.

 

Safety and Cleaning

  • Clean classrooms, labs, and offices often — a collaborative effort.

    • Disinfectant spray, towels, wipes and gloves will be placed in all areas. Users should wipe down surface areas before and after use .
    • Example: A classroom is used for a staff meeting. Employees should wipe surfaces prior to sitting down and clean once the meeting has ended.
    • This would be the same for a class. Students should clean the area that they will be sitting in.
    • Employees: Order cleaning supplies through Central Stores.

  • NMC will clean all public spaces daily following CDC recommendations for disinfecting spaces and high-touch point surfaces.

  • NMC will provide barriers in designated higher-risk areas, such as service counters.

  • For Notification of positive COVID-19 cases on campus:

    • NMC will work with the Grand Traverse County Health Department (GTCHD) on contact tracing. This process is important to comply with all privacy laws and to accurately communicate necessary facts to others. GTCHD will notify the college of any positive test results that involve any students or employees.
    • If an employee or student is not within GTCHD jurisdiction, NMC will work with the appropriate health department to confirm test results and conduct contact tracing.

 

Summer Youth Programming Safety Recommendations - June 21–Aug. 20, 2021

Read NMC's Full Exposure Control Plan here.

 

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