The department has decided that universal case investigation and contact tracing are no longer “optimal” at the current phase of the pandemic. It will instead concentrate on high-risk and congregate settings, and those serving vulnerable populations.
In addition, the department won’t be issuing isolation and quarantine orders or releases for return to work or school. Those needing proof of a positive test to show an employer will have to obtain a copy of the result from the provider that ordered the test.
On the employer side, local health officials are recommending restricting anyone exhibiting coronavirus symptoms from working on site and encouraging those workers to isolate and wear a mask.
Questions regarding the policy can still be directed to the department’s call center at 859-899-2222.
Employers experience COVID outbreaks should email covidexposure@lfchd.org.
