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Policies and Protocols Leverage flexibility and lower density

The National Park Service has provided guidance to address workforce transition based on current NPB is committed to investing in the wellbeing of all employees. These are not normal circum-
White House, OPM, and DOI HR guidance calling for a three-phase approach for a gradual resump- stances, and many employees are facing new stressors both at home and at work. NPB encourages

tion of operations. employees to utilize wellness programs and the Employee Assistance Program that are available and
communicate with leadership at all levels if additional support or flexibility is needed to accomplish
The safety and health of our employees, visitors, volunteers, and partners continues to be para-
work priorities.
mount to everything we do. Decisions regarding a phased recovery of operations will be made

based on local public health guidance and we plan to look towards both the Commonwealth of As NPB plans for a future in which fewer employees come into work simultaneously, we will reduce
Massachusetts and the City of Boston to support our local decision making. density in spaces in ways that improve, rather than hinder flexibility and user experience. Collabora-
tion is a key part of the work we do – and NPB will be exploring ways that might allow employees
NPB will develop protocols that will clearly identify a framework for the gradual resumption of
to work together, while still maintaining physical distance standards. Other steps may include mak-
operations. This framework will include phased assessments and ongoing reassessments of local
ing traffic in narrow corridors one-way and limiting areas of assembly within the office. Meeting
conditions and modifications of operations, gradually increasing access to parks in accordance with
rooms and larger common spaces may be closed and repurposed to allow for physical distancing of
federal, state and local public health guidance and in coordination with the Department of the
employees.
Interior. We also know that conditions may change over time and that the process of evaluating and

adapting will be continuous as the pandemic changes over time. The plan will include clear bench-
Assess building preparedness
marks for returning to a previous operational phase that may be required.
NPB facility managers will assess HVAC systems for proper airflow and ventilation. Operable win-
Operational staging will dictate what level of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required dows will be checked for their condition and function. A full accounting will take place of all inop-
or recommended for employees. Some stages may require that some or all employees wear face erable windows and staff may be relocated from offices in which window ventilation is not possible.

coverings that can protect other people from virus spread. If PPE or face coverings are required for Signage will be uniformly designed messaging “Stay Safe Etiquette” and key information regarding
employees, NPB will ensure access to those required items. If appropriate PPE cannot be provided protocols.
for employees, NPB will remain in the previous operational posture (phase) until those items can be
acquired or the risk can be mitigated differently. If employees have unique PPE needs based on their

own individual circumstances, those needs should be communicated promptly to a supervisor. Safety
of our employees will be of paramount importance to all operational decisions.