H1N1 flu (swine flu)
News and rumors about the outbreak of Influenza A (H1N1), commonly referred to as swine flu, are everywhere, but it's important to get the facts about what is going on. The World Health Organization is updating their website daily to help you keep informed on the situation both in the United States and in other countries. You can find their updates here.
Below are links to topic pages on several web sites with more information that you may find useful:
Postal Service Interim 2009 H1N1 (Swine Flu) Influenza Outbreak
Guidance
The Postal Service is establishing interim measures to be taken by management and employees
based upon the presence or absence of H1N1 influenza cases in the immediate community and
among employees or their families. These mitigation measures are based upon the current
advice regarding the influenza outbreak from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC) and other responsible federal agencies. (PDF)
Pandemic Flu Cleaning Contingency Maintenance Management Order (MMO)
This Maintenance Management Order (MMO) supersedes MMO-129-06 and provides updated
guidance regarding additional disinfecting procedures required at any facility located in an area
experiencing an influenza pandemic. (PDF)
Use of Surgical Masks During the H1N1 (formerly swine flu) Outbreaks
The Postal Service will provide surgical masks when available. Use
of a mask is only a part of what you should be doing to avoid influenza. Frequent hand
washing and avoiding close contact with other persons at work and home, are equally or
more important in avoiding disease. (PDF) |
