What To Do In The Event Of An Outbreak

If a pandemic flu strikes, government health officials will issue information and warnings and work with the media to disseminate advice on how to avoid becoming ill. Your company’s managers, human resources department, and employees should pay close attention to the guidance provided by local and state health departments and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The federal government’s consolidated pandemic influenza Web site, and the World Health Organization also are good sources of information about pandemic flu.

 

In a worst-case scenario, “business as usual” may cease. Government health officials may have to implement dramatic measures, including shutting down certain businesses that involve high levels of interaction with the public. Health officials may also have to restrict travel, cancel public events, and close schools.