CHLA Lodging News July/August 2020

COVID-19 CLEAN + SAFE CHECKLIST For CHLA Members GUEST CONSIDERATIONS:  Prominent signage is displayed, including any required social distancing signage, floor markings indicating 6-foot distancing in common areas, including elevators, and required hygienic practices and policies in all employees and guest common areas.  Where physical distancing is not possible, ‘sneeze guards,’ mask requirements, or usage limits and layout adjustments are in place.  Request guests and visitors use hand sanitizer and provide dispensers, touchless whenever possible, at primary guest entrances and contact areas.  An amenity bag is provided during check-in containing COVID-19 awareness information, hand sanitizer, and perhaps masks/gloves (optional).  Guests enter through doors that are open or are automated or manually operated by an employee (if possible/practical).  Employees do not open the doors of guest vehicles and there are no valet services, unless requested or special circumstanc- es.  Guests requesting bell service are assisted and the bell cart is sanitized after each use.  If masks are required, the hotel displays signage prominently, outlining proper mask usage.  Provide a spray bottle of sanitizer or wipes in each room for guest use (optional).  Elevator button panels are sanitized and/or hand sanitizer is available at or in elevators, and the number of guests per elevator is limited.  Multi-use and unnecessary items and amenities are removed from guest rooms.  Housekeeping does not enter guest rooms during a stay, un- less by special request or circumstances (if possible) and only when guests aren't present.  Room service is adjusted for proper pickup/delivery protocols, sanitation of cutlery and single use condiments.  Dining services are updated to discontinue self-service buf- fets, using cafeteria style or grab-and-go services instead.  The property website communicates expectations to guests, including cleanliness and safety features, as well as expecta- tions for arrival and stay.  If applicable, ensure physical distancing and cleaning and disinfecting of furniture and equipment at pools or aquatic venues. EMPLOYEE CONSIDERATIONS:  Employees are educated on COVID-19 and all guest protocols and procedures.  Employees have been educated on proper hand cleaning prac- tices and follow guidelines regularly and after activities such as using the restroom, cleaning, eating, and before and after starting shifts.  Employees wear appropriate PPE in accordance with state or local regulations and are trained on proper use and disposal of PPE. Masks and gloves have been provided to employees when appropriate/required.  Housekeepers are required to wear masks and gloves, with eyewear highly recommended.  Staff meetings are conducted with appropriate social distanc- ing (outdoors, virtually, or in other appropriate areas).  Employees are encouraged to check their temperature prior to their shift and not come to work if feeling sick. Ask employees if they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 (confidential medical record). CLEANING PROTOCOLS:  The frequency of cleaning and sanitizing in all public spaces, with an emphasis on frequent contact surfaces, is increased.  EPA approved cleaning and sanitizing protocols are in place to clean guest rooms, with particular attention paid to high-touch items. HEPA filters are to be utilized in vacuum cleaners.  Rooms are ‘sealed’ or mechanisms such as enhanced key con- trol via property management systems and/or notices are in place for clean rooms not to be entered between guests.  All bed linens and laundry are washed at the hottest tem- perature in accordance to CDC guidelines, and dirty laundry is bagged/contained in the guest room to eliminate excess contact while be transported.  Rooms are left vacant for 24 – 72 hours prior after a guest has departed ( o ptional) .  The frequency of cleaning and sanitizing in all high traffic back of house areas, with an emphasis on employee dining rooms, locker rooms, restrooms and kitchens, is increased.  Shared tools and equipment are cleaned and disinfected during and after each shift or anytime the equipment is trans-ferred to a new employee.  The use of shared food and beverage equipment, including shared coffee/tea service, has been discontinued (optional).  In the case of a presumptive COVID-19 positive guest, the guest’s room is removed from service and quarantined and the guest room is not returned to service until case is confirmed or cleared. In the event of a positive case, the room is only returned to service after undergoing an enhanced sanitization protocol (per county regulations, if applicable).  The frequency of air filter replacement and HVAC system cleaning is increased to maximize fresh air exchange.  Suppliers, delivery drivers, and other individuals from third-party companies are reminded of symptom screening and social distancing requirements. Please complete this checklist, sign, and return to CHLA. You will then be sent a Clean + Safe window decal for posting at your property and images for website and promotional use indicating compliance with the CHLA Clean + Safe standards. Please return this form to CHLA and , after verification of your membership, you will be sent a Clean + Safe Certified window decal and images for website and promotional use. I, _______________________________________________________ the _____________________________________________________ at ________________________________________________ located at _____________________________________________________, certify that the above checked items are correct and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Signature __________________________________________________________ Date _________________________________________ PRINT NAME JOB TITLE PROPERTY NAME PHYSICAL ADDRESS California Hotel & Lodging Association 414 29th Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 Fax: 916-444-5848 | Email: cleansafe@calodging.com 06-08-20