■ CDC travel warnings: www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019- ncov/ travelers ■ U.S. Department of State (DOS) travel advisories: travel. state.gov Employers should communicate to workers that the DOS cannot provide Americans traveling or living abroad with medications or supplies, even in the event of a COVID-19 outbreak. As COVID-19 outbreak conditions change, travel into or out of a country may not be possible, safe, or medically advisable. It is also likely that governments will respond to a COVID-19 outbreak by imposing public health measures that restrict domestic and international movement, further limiting the U.S. government’s ability to assist Americans in these countries. It is important that employers and workers plan appropriately, as it is possible that these measures will be implemented very quickly in the event of worsening outbreak conditions in certain areas. More information on COVID-19 planning for workers living and traveling abroad can be found at: www.cdc.gov/travel. For More Information Federal, state, and local government agencies are the best source of information in the event of an infectious disease outbreak, such as COVID-19. Staying informed about the latest developments and recommendations is critical, since specific guidance may change based upon evolving outbreak situations. Below are several recommended websites to access the most current and accurate information: ■ Occupational Safety and Health Administration website: www.osha.gov ■ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website: www. cdc.gov ■ National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health website: www.cdc.gov/niosh OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION 26
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