Face Shield Use and Safety, Oct. 5

CHW release – Face shields can be an effective alternative to face masks. In order to be effective certain guidelines for use must be followed. Face shield means a clear plastic shield that covers the forehead, extends below the chin, and wraps around the sides of the face. The small shield that rests on your chin and covers only your mouth (chef’s shield) is not effective at stopping the droplets and should never be warn as an alternative to a face mask or face covering. To understand more about how face coverings and face shields must be worn you can read the guidance document from OHA here. https://sharedsystems.dhsoha.state.or.us/DHSForms/Served/le2288K.pdf It is up to us, as a community, to be the best public health stewards we can be. If you have any questions regarding COVID-19, please visit our website HERE for the most recent guidance, or email us at covid19.questions@chw.coos.or.us.