Supplemental COVID Guidelines for Observers
Supplemental COVID Guidelines for Observers
Election observers must adhere to health and safety provisions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and should perform a daily self-screening at home prior to arriving at the observation location. Election observers should stay home if they are experiencing any of these symptoms:
- Frequent cough
- Fever
- Difficulty breathing
- Chills
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Recent loss of taste or smell
- Feel sick
- Have tested positive for COVID-19
- Live with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19
Election observers shall adhere to the following COVID-19 guidelines while observing any election in Marin County:
- Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not available, use a hand -sanitizer that is at least 60% ethyl alcohol.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects.
- Avoid shaking hands.
- Wear face coverings. Face coverings shall:
- Fully cover the nose and mouth and be secure under the chin
- Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
- Be kept clean
- Maintain physical distancing of six feet. Observers may be asked to observe from a designated area to ensure health and safety guidelines are being met.