AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE
FROM SKILLSUSA
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) STATEMENT
LATEST UPDATE POSTED 3/11
With the growing discussion nationwide of the coronavirus and the steps being taken in the wake of its potential spread, I wanted to make sure you were all aware of what SkillsUSA is doing to prepare for any disruptions — minor or major — related to the virus.
You’ve likely been hearing the phrase “abundance of caution” lately in relation to how other organizations are facing this issue, and I wanted to make it clear that this phrase also applies to SkillsUSA’s methodology as we develop our own plan. While we all hope the majority of fears swirling around this issue ultimately prove to be unfounded, we must always be prepared to face any potential scenario. SkillsUSA is working right now to develop a plan designed to do just that. We’re also offering support to our state associations as they develop plans of their own.
I have recently met with Emergency Concierge International and the Hospitality Performance Network (HPN) Global; their work on large-scale events has provided great insight as we consider how issues related to the virus will affect our state and national conferences. We’re also consulting leaders of other student organizations, vendors, legal counsel and insurance providers for their advice and perspectives. Further, we are relying on data and guidance provided by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure we’re updated on the most current state of the virus as we make decisions on upcoming events.
Please know that we are being extremely proactive on this issue, and that all decisions will be made with the health and safety of our students and stakeholders as our primary concern. The plan of action that results from the information we’re currently gathering will be shared with you as soon as it’s available.
In the meantime, there are simple things we can all be doing to keep our SkillsUSA schools and workplaces healthy:
Stay tuned for more updates as they become available, and thanks for all the great work you do across our great nation.
SkillsUSA
USA Official Delegate to WorldSkills
14001 SkillsUSA Way, Leesburg, VA 20176-5494
Website: www.skillsusa.org
SkillsUSA: Champions at Work
LATEST UPDATE POSTED 3/11
With the growing discussion nationwide of the coronavirus and the steps being taken in the wake of its potential spread, I wanted to make sure you were all aware of what SkillsUSA is doing to prepare for any disruptions — minor or major — related to the virus.
You’ve likely been hearing the phrase “abundance of caution” lately in relation to how other organizations are facing this issue, and I wanted to make it clear that this phrase also applies to SkillsUSA’s methodology as we develop our own plan. While we all hope the majority of fears swirling around this issue ultimately prove to be unfounded, we must always be prepared to face any potential scenario. SkillsUSA is working right now to develop a plan designed to do just that. We’re also offering support to our state associations as they develop plans of their own.
I have recently met with Emergency Concierge International and the Hospitality Performance Network (HPN) Global; their work on large-scale events has provided great insight as we consider how issues related to the virus will affect our state and national conferences. We’re also consulting leaders of other student organizations, vendors, legal counsel and insurance providers for their advice and perspectives. Further, we are relying on data and guidance provided by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure we’re updated on the most current state of the virus as we make decisions on upcoming events.
Please know that we are being extremely proactive on this issue, and that all decisions will be made with the health and safety of our students and stakeholders as our primary concern. The plan of action that results from the information we’re currently gathering will be shared with you as soon as it’s available.
In the meantime, there are simple things we can all be doing to keep our SkillsUSA schools and workplaces healthy:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water
- Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands
- Disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily (desks, doorknobs, counters)
- Avoid close contact with others who may be sick
- If you experience flu-like symptoms with fever or cough, stay home
- If symptoms escalate, call your doctor
- Stay updated with the latest from the CDC here: www.cdc.gov
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Stay tuned for more updates as they become available, and thanks for all the great work you do across our great nation.
SkillsUSA
USA Official Delegate to WorldSkills
14001 SkillsUSA Way, Leesburg, VA 20176-5494
Website: www.skillsusa.org
SkillsUSA: Champions at Work