Laney College COVID-19 Update
Dear Laney Community:
I am writing to inform you that the College learned on Sunday and Monday of three individuals who were on the Laney campus that have tested positive for COVID-19. Please note that as the three positive tests were in different areas of the college (Tower 8th Floor, A Building, Field House), no shutdown steps were necessary, though Facilities and Campus Operations have cleaned the areas in question.
Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, these individuals will remain off campus for at least five days from the date of the positive test result and may return once they are no longer symptomatic. These individuals tested positive on either July 10 or 11 and all three were last on campus on Thursday, July 7. These positive tests were reported to their immediate supervisors.
Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, these individuals have remained off campus since the date of reporting, and they will remain off campus for at least five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County and as a precaution, employees also working in this area of the college are being notified and, as an added precaution, employees working in this area of the college are working remotely this week.
While privacy guidelines preclude me from providing additional descriptive information, please know that the PCCD Office of Human Resources has been apprised of the positive test result so that they can notify the Alameda County Public Health Department and Cal/OSHA. In compliance with our district guidelines, I will continue to report COVID-19 cases as part of our ongoing efforts to keep everyone safe and informed.
We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:
Please wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth when coming to campus.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.
If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).
If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, your Vice President, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.
As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.
Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community, including testing availability through the four college campuses and the PCCD office.
We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.
Thank you and take care.
Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College