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Campus Expectations and Guidelines

Everyone 12 years of age and older is now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccination. Use Vaccines.gov to find a location near you, then call or visit their website to make an appointment.

The novel coronavirus, known as Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), which causes respiratory illness in people, has spread globally, including the United States. COVID-19 is extremely contagious. The World Health Organization has declared COVID-19 to be a worldwide pandemic. The school is carefully monitoring guidance from local, county, state, federal, and international government entities such as the City and County of Los Angeles, the State of California, CDC, OSHA, and the World Health Organization. Campus Hollywood has implemented various measures to ensure the health and safety of its employees, students, and any other individuals who enter the campus. All individuals, including employees, students, and campus visitors, are expected

Symptom Monitoring:

Individuals will be required to conduct symptom monitoring every day through an application that can be downloaded to your mobile phone. Individuals should be free of any symptoms of COVID-19 in order to enter the campus. Please see the COVID-19 Self-Screening Guidance attached as Exhibit A to this document.

At this time, these symptoms include one or more of the following:

• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea

If you have any of the above symptoms, please do not come to campus and contact your healthcare provider for next steps.

Safety and Disinfection:

Face Masks/Cloth Face Coverings:

Face masks or face coverings must be worn on campus at all times. Appropriate use of face masks or coverings is critical in minimizing risks to others near you. You could spread COVID-19 to others even if you do not feel sick. The mask or cloth face covering is not a substitute for social distancing.
Individuals may wear cloth face coverings or disposable masks. If using a reusable cloth face covering, please wash the covering daily after use.
You do not need to wear N95 respirators and other medical grade masks.

Handwashing:

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, sneezing, or touching your face. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth, and wash your hands after touching your face.

Disinfection and Sanitization:

We will conduct periodic disinfection and sanitization of the premises based on CDC guidelines. In addition, commonly used surfaces will be disinfected throughout the day. Disinfecting wipes will be made available throughout campus for individuals to use.

Coughing/Sneezing Hygiene:

Remember to always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow. Then throw used tissues in the trash. Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

Meetings and Gatherings on Campus:

Convening in groups increases the risk of viral transmission. Individuals should not gather in groups while on campus. We encourage you to meet with others via phone, email, text, or virtually through the use of collaboration tools (e.g. Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, FaceTime, etc.).

Social Distancing:

Individuals must maintain at least 6 feet distance away from each other whenever possible while on campus. The school has implemented a maximum capacity for all rooms that will be in use, which will be stated by signage posted at each room. Student lounges are closed until further notice.
The school will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual and/or employees’ religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodation, please contact Mary Marsh, Human Resources Manager, 310-497-6467.

Guidance for Individuals Exposed to or Diagnosed with COVID-19

If you are exposed to COVID-19:

Please do not come to campus. You should contact your healthcare provider immediately and self-quarantine for 14 days since the day of your last exposure, consistent with CDC guidelines.

If you test positive for or are diagnosed with COVID-19, the CDC currently recommends the following:
Persons with COVID-19 who have symptoms and were directed to care for themselves at home may discontinue isolation under the following conditions:
• At least 10 days have passed since symptom onset and
• At least 24 hours have passed since resolution of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and
• Other symptoms have improved.
We will also require a negative test be obtained before an individual can return to campus.

Persons infected with COVID-19 who never develop COVID-19 symptoms may discontinue isolation and other precautions 10 days after the date of their first positive test.
We will also require a negative test be obtained before an individual can return to campus.
If you have symptoms of COVID-19 we recommend that you contact your health care provider immediately. If you do not seek a diagnosis or testing and your symptoms persist, we will ask that you not return to campus until you have completed the same three-step criteria as that set out above for Persons with COVID-19 who have symptoms and were directed to care for themselves at home. If you would like to return to work before completing the above self-isolation period, we will ask that you obtain a note from a health care provider indicating you can return to campus.

COVID-19 Self – Screening

Purpose

This form is an assessment tool to determine recent exposure to, and symptoms of, COVID-19 to evaluate your eligibility to come to campus. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), State of California, Musicians Institute has mandatory instituted daily self-screening for COIVID -19 symptoms for all faculty, staff, students, and visitors prior to coming to campus. By coming to campus, you are acknowledging that you are free of all items listed in the self-screening outlined below.

How to Self-Screen

Prior to coming to campus each day, assess yourself for any of the following signs or symptoms of possible COVID-19.
❏ Unexplained sore throat
❏ New loss of taste or smell
❏ Unexplained headache
❏ Diarrhea
❏ Close contact with anyone having COVID-19
❏ Feeling feverish or temperature greater than 100℉
❏ Chills or repeated shaking with chills
❏ Unexplained new or worsening cough
❏ Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
❏ Unexplained muscle aches

Next Steps

• All faculty, staff, students, and visitors who answered “yes” to any of the above questions, STOP! Do not come to campus. If any of the above symptoms develop or worsen after you are already on campus, you should return to your residence. Contact your medical provider. Employees should notify their supervisor. Any employee, student, contractor, or visitor who is currently diagnosed with COVID-19, is experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19, or has had direct contact with a person with a confirmed or suspected COVID-19 diagnosis is not permitted to come onto campus.

Reporting

• A confirmed case of COVID-19
• Suspected/symptoms consistent with COVID-19
• Close-contact with a confirmed or suspected case of COVID-19 Medical
• Faculty/Staff: Direct Supervisor/HR mary@mi.edu
• Student: Student Affair kellychong@mi.edu

Emergency The following signs and symptoms are indicative of a medical emergency and warrant immediate medical attention, call 9-1-1
• Trouble breathing
• Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
• New confusion
• Inability to wake or stay awake
• Bluish lips or face

Returning to Campus

• Individuals with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 may NOT return to campus until the conditions below, respective to their scenario, are met:

• In the case of an individual who was diagnosed with COVID-19, the individual may return to campus when all three of the following criteria are met:

o At least 10 days have passed since symptom onset and
o At least 24 hours have passed since resolution of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and
o Other symptoms have improved.
o Negative result of COVID-19 test result is obtained.

• In the case of an individual who tests positive for COVID-19 who never develops COVID-19 symptoms, the individual may return to campus 10 days after the date of their first positive test and a negative result of COVID-19 test result is obtained.

• In the case of an individual who has symptoms that could be COVID-19 and does not get evaluated by a medical professional or tested for COVID-19, the individual is assumed to have COVID-19, and the individual may not return to campus until the individual has completed the same three-step criteria listed above

• If the individual has symptoms that could be COVID-19 and wants to return to campus before completing the above self-isolation period, the individual must obtain a health care provider’s note clearing the individual for return

• In the case of an individual with known close contact to a person who has COVID-19, they may not return to campus until the end of the 14-day self-quarantine period from the last date of exposure

Questions?

• Email coronavirus@mi.edu

Campus Reopen FAQ

Summer 2021 Quarter

Governor Gavin Newsom has indicated that California will fully reopen on June 15, 2021.  This will return operations to pre-pandemic conditions, with the exception that masks will continue to be required on campus at all times, social distancing will still need to be maintained, and frequent hand washing / sanitizing will need to continue. 

For more information please see: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-04-06/california-aims-to-fully-reopen-the-economy-june-15?utm_id=26804&sfmc_id=2369061

Will I be required to wear a mask?  Yes, face coverings will continue to be required at all times while on campus.

Will I be required to wear a mask while singing, drumming or performing?  Yes, face coverings will continue to be required at all times while on campus.

What has been done to the ventilation system on campus in response to Covid 19?  We have upgraded our filtration to MERV 13, which are hospital grade filters.  We have also increased air volume to allow for more air exchanges per hour, which correspond to better room ventilation.

What are the social distancing measures on campus?  In performance classrooms, there is a 12 foot separation between performers and audience and 3 foot separation between student seating.  In lecture classrooms, there is a 3 foot separation between the instructor and students.  Elevator and restroom capacities have been reduced.  Common area capacities have been reduced, i.e. break rooms, lounges, etc.

How will students be separated from the instructor in private lesson rooms?  Masks must be worn in private lesson rooms and instructors/students must be separated as much as the room will provide.

Is MI staying up to date on all governmental recommendations?  MI will be monitoring and adhering to all Federal, CDC, state, county and city guidelines that are issued in relation to addressing Covid 19. (See below for more details)

How will the campus be cleaned / disinfected?  Campus cleaning and disinfection will be performed utilizing alcohol based products of at least 75% concentration on high touch surfaces and common areas.  This will be conducted throughout the day with a minimum of mid morning, mid afternoon and early evening.  Nightly cleaning and disinfecting will be performed by a third party vendor Sunday through Friday.  Classroom, practice room and counseling room use will be monitored and disinfecting as schedules allow.

Will the wall carpeting be cleaned and disinfected?  Yes.  The wall carpeting on all floors is being vacuumed and treated with disinfectant on a bi-monthly basis

How is MI communicating with faculty, staff and students?  Signage has been placed throughout the campus as a reminder of safety protocols.  MI is also sending out information, reminders and updates to all staff, faculty and employees through e-mail and website updates.

Will I need to have my temperature taken when I enter the campus?  Temperature check stations have been installed at the McCadden and Alley entrances, security will remind anyone entering the campus to self check their temperature.  As stated in the Institution’s code of conduct policy, it is a violation of policy to enter the campus while sick with any transmissible illness including Covid-19.

Is there enough hand sanitizing on campus?  Additional hand sanitizing stations have been installed throughout the campus.  These locations include the main entrances, stairwell landings, outside of restrooms and elevator entrances.

Will refrigerators, microwaves, coffee machines and water coolers be available?  Fridges, microwaves, water coolers and coffee machines will be redeployed to offices and common areas for the Summer quarter.  They will not be available for the Spring quarter.  These machines will be disinfected throughout the day.

What hours will the campus be open for the Summer Quarter?  The Campus will be open Monday through Friday, 9am to 12am (midnight) and Saturday 10am to 6pm.

What entrance can I use to access the campus for Summer Quarter?  Both the McCadden Entrance and the Alley entrance will be open during Summer Quarter.

Will I be able to still check out equipment from the Library?  No.  The library will not be checking out loaner equipment due to the risk of spreading Covid-19 through shared equipment.  Checking out of equipment will be on an emergency basis only for the Summer Quarter.

Will the campus be supplying vocalists with microphones?  No.  MI will not be supplying vocalists with microphones due to the risk of spreading Covid-19 through shared equipment.  Vocal students will be required to purchase and bring their own microphones to class and performances. 

Note: MI has partnered with Sweetwater to provide discounted gear for students to purchase. Please visit mi.edu/artist-career-services for more details.

COVID-19 ADDENDUM

This document is an Addendum to Musicians Institute, Inc.’s  (the “Company”) IIPP and is intended to supplement that document as applicable.  It addresses the Company’s measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.  It will remain in place until the Company receives further direction from government officials and will be revised as needed.

Hazard Assessment

• The Company will monitor the workplace for employees and visitors exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19.
• The Company will require employees to complete daily self-screening to assess for COVID-19 symptoms or exposure. 

Worker Personal Responsibilities

• The Company will encourage sick employees to stay home.
• The Company will quarantine employees who exhibit acute respiratory illness or fever while on-site and then send them home.
• The Company will instruct employees and visitors not to share personal items including, but not limited to, mobile phones and other electronic devices, personal tools, office supplies, dishes, and other food utensils.

Social Distancing

• The Company will instruct employees and visitors that physical distancing of at least six feet shall be maintained between persons while on premises.  
• The Company will limit the number of persons on site by implementing maximum capacities for classrooms and other rooms used by employees and students depending on the size of each room.
• Physical contact between employees, including handshaking, will be prohibited.

Sanitation

• The Company will provide readily accessible sanitizing stations throughout the job site.
• The Company will allow employees sufficient time for frequent handwashing during the workday.
• The Company will encourage all employees and visitors to frequently wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• The Company will frequently clean and disinfect workplaces, equipment, furniture, frequently touched surfaces and common areas throughout the day.
• The Company will provide no-touch trash cans and hand sanitizer for use by employees.
• The Company maintains SDS’s for all disinfectants on site.

Employee Training

• The Company will train employees on COVID-19 symptoms and appropriate measures to mitigate spread as provided by California’s COVID-19 response webpage, covid19.ca.gov.
• The Company will provide training to employees on measures to be employed at the worksite to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, including but not limited to:

• Cough and sneeze etiquette
• Hand hygiene
• Avoiding close contact with sick persons
• Avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
• Avoiding sharing personal items with coworkers
• Safe use of cleaners and disinfectants by following label directions and wearing proper personal protective equipment
• Advising employees to check CDC Health Travel Notice before traveling

Personal Protective Equipment

• The Company will ensure that all personnel and visitors wear face-coverings while on site.
• The Company will require necessary personal protective equipment to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, including but not limited to, [gloves, eye protection, etc.] while on site.
• Personnel and visitors are prohibited from sharing personal protective equipment.