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Close attention to restrooms Communication at all levels
Shared facilities and amenities warrant special attention. Facility managers will procure proper sup- NPB is committed to developing communication channels that enable employees to be informed
plies and adjust frequency of cleanings to align with CDC recommendations. Options include: use of DOI/NPS/NPB guidelines and policies and inform leadership of the unique challenges that they
of spray disinfectant units, installation of paper seat cover dispensers, auto-feed paper towel, and face throughout their workdays. Park leadership will share plans and engage staff in defining a
“no-touch” hand sanitizer dispensers may be added to minimize the number of touch surfaces. safe workplace.
Preparing and transitioning into a new work environment will require culture change that shifts the
Factors outside of the Park’s control
way we think and act. As with Operational Leadership, everyone should feel empowered to speak
NPB will continue to be impacted by factors that are outside of our control. For example, employers up, offer suggestions, and act. All of us will need training to perform safely and effectively under
have little influence on public transportation or restrictions that limit availability of childcare, both the new models. New measures will need to be taken to ensure accountability and support the
of which may prevent many people from returning to the workplace in a typical way. Although organization’s culture. A training program will offer sessions on park protocols, workplace behavior,
there are still many unknowns, Adaptive Operations Planning enables us to consider these un- HR related guidelines, etc.
knowns and develop creative and flexible solutions to address them, recognizing the solutions of
today may need fine tuning as more information becomes available tomorrow.
NPB is committed to developing and implementing equitable solutions that recognize the unique
and varied situations we are all experiencing. Strategies such as flexible work schedules, parking
plans, and remote work may be utilized to ensure that all employees may travel to work safely and
have productive and flexible work experiences.