Here you will find Governor Kemp’s executive order – Gov. Kemp details Executive Order for Providing guidance for reviving a healthy Georgia in response to COVID-19
The State Of Georgia Executive Order
Salon/shop owners and managers should use the OSHA “Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19” as a guide for reopening.
- Temperature checks –Salons should consider use of a touchless infrared thermometer to check the temperature of employee each day and of each client who enters the salon/shop. Any employee or client who has a temperature above 99°F should be sent home immediately and not allowed to return to the salon/shop until they have no fever and no evidence of COVID-19 symptoms.
- Ask each client entering the shop the following questions:
- Have you had a cough?
- Have you had a fever,
- Have you been around anyone exhibiting these symptoms within the past 14 days?
- Are you living with anyone who is sick or quarantined?
- Limit people in the shop/salon – Salons/shops should consider seeing clients by appointment only. Salons/shops should consider telephonic or online scheduling. Limit the number of persons waiting area in the salon/shop. It is recommended that clients wait outside the salon/shop in their vehicle until the cosmetologist or barber is ready to serve them. It is recommended that persons not being serviced in the salon/shop wait outside the salon/shop. Salons/shops are not be used for social gathering places!
- Maintain social distancing at all times! Spacing between persons in the salon should be at least six feet, except when staff are servicing clients. Salons/shops should consider additional spacing between booths, divider shields, and/or alternate work schedules to accomplish this.
Personal Protective Gear
- Wearing masks – Salon/shop employees will be required to wear masks at all times. Salons may want to consider providing masks to clients. Clients should wear face masks to the extent possible while receiving services.
- Face Shields – If available, it is recommended that employees wear face shields when servicing clients.
- Gloves – It is recommended that employees wear disposable gloves when servicing clients and change gloves between each client to the greatest extent possible.
- Capes – Each client should be draped with a clean cape. Capes should be laundered following the fabric recommendations between each client, or salons/shops may consider using disposable capes and dispose of the cape after it is used.
- Smocks –Employees should wear a clean smock between each client. Smocks should be laundered following the fabric recommendations between each client, or salons/shops may consider using disposable smocks and dispose of the smock after use on a client.
- Neck strips – Employees should use protective neck strips around the neck of each hair-cut client.
- Hand-washing with soapy, warm water, for a minimum of 20 seconds will be required by employees between every client service.
- Employee clothing – Employees should arrive at the salon/shop showered and wearing clean clothing. Employees should change clothes before entering their homes when they return from work.
- PPG, such as gloves, gowns, drapes, linens and eye coverings should be changed between each client. These used items should be cleaned and disinfected or discarded in a closed container.
Disinfection
- All salons/shops should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected prior to reopening. Disinfect all surfaces, tools, and linens, even if they were cleaned before the salon/shop was closed.
- Use disinfectants that are EPA –registered and labeled as bactericidal, virucidal and fungicidal. No product will be labeled for COVID-19 yet, but many will have human coronavirus efficacy either on the label or available on their website. The EPA has approved any product that has tested as effective against human coronavirus. If in doubt of the effectiveness, check the EPA website.
- Disinfectant for immersion of tools, must be mixed daily and replaced sooner if it becomes contaminated throughout the work day. Disinfectant only works on a clean surface so clean all surfaces and tools with hot soapy water, Ship-shape or cleaning wipes (if using wipes, be sure to cover surface thoroughly) before disinfecting.
- Contact time on label must be observed for disinfectant to work. Contact time refers to how long the disinfectant is visibly wet on the surface allowing it to thoroughly destroy all of the pathogens. Typical contact time for immersion/sprays is 10 minutes, for disinfectant wipes is 2-4 minutes.
- Disinfectants used for immersion must be changed daily or sooner if it becomes contaminated (ex: hair/debris floating in solution or cloudy solution.)
- Disinfection is for hard non-porous surfaces, glass metal and plastic.
- Porous/soft surfaces can not be disinfected and must only be used once and then discarded (tools such as cardboard files, buffers, drill bits etc.)
- Launder all linens, towels drapes, and smocks in hot soapy water and dry completely at the warmest temperature allowed and store in an airtight cabinet. Store all used/dirty linens in an airtight container.
- The use of mask is mandatory. Place a clean towel, placed over the face of your client while at the sink in a good way to protect their mouth, nose and eyes. Minimize to the greatest degree possible, up-close, direct face-to-face contact with clients.
Reception area
- Remove all unnecessary items such as magazines, newspapers, service menus, any other unnecessary paper products and decor. Wipe down all seats and tables; cloth chairs cannot be properly cleaned and disinfected, using a plastic cover should be considered.
- Wipe reception desk with disinfectant. Consider discontinuing use of paper appointment books or cards, and replace with electronic options.
- Employees should frequently wash their hands after the using the phones, computer, cash register and/or credit card machine. Wipe these surfaces between each use.
- Avoiding the exchange of cash can help greatly in preventing spread of virus, but if this is unavoidable, be sure to wash and sanitize hands well after each transaction.
- The use of credit/debit transactions is preferred, using touch/swipe/no signature technology.
- Clean and disinfect all retail areas, daily, including products. Try to avoid client touching products that they don’t plan to purchase.
- Clean and wipe all door handles and other surfaces that are regularly touched by clients and staff with disinfectant wipes.
- Provide hand sanitizer and tissues for employees and clients.
- Consider floor stickers and signage that provide guidance for social distance
- Placement of visible and appropriate signage to communicate to the customer that thorough sanitation procedures are in place.
- Consider placement of sneeze shields.
Restrooms
- Clean and disinfect ALL restroom surfaces including floors, sinks and toilet bowls. Store paper products in a closed cabinet and provide antibacterial hand soap. Place trashcan by door. Remove anything that does not have to be in the restrooms.
Shampoo Bowls
- Clean and disinfect all bowls, hoses, spray nozzles, foist handles, shampoo chairs and arm rests. Wipe down all back-bar products and shelves. Discard and replace any products that have not been stored in a closed container.
- If available, wrap shampoo bowls in plastic and discarded between each client.
- Consider asking clients to wash their own hair before entering the salon/shop.
- Limit as much as possible face-to-face contact with clients, and consider using face-shields by those employees providing shampoo services.
Work stations
- Clean and disinfect all work area surfaces. Clean and disinfect chairs, head rest, arm rests (the use of harsh disinfectants can damage leather chair, and cloth chairs cannot be disinfected, so please use a plastic covering). Clean and disinfect all reusable tools and store in an airtight closed container. Clean and disinfect all appliances, sheers, clippers, clipper guards, clippies, rollers, combs, brushes, rolling carts and any other items used in connection with servicing clients.
- Check to make sure all products such as lotions, creams, waxes and scrubs have always been in a closed container, if not you must discard and replace.
- Remove and discard all single use tools such as paper files, drill bits and buffers, that have already been used.
- Clean and disinfect all linen hampers and trash container and only use such container that can be closed and use with liners that can be removed and discarded.
- Provide hand sanitizer at all work locations for employees and clients.
- Consider station barriers between work stations.
Pedicure Bowls
- Remove all parts that can removed.
- Clean all removed parts with soap and water, rinse in clear water and then immerse into properly diluted disinfectant for full recommended contact time.
- Scrub bowl with soap and water and replace removed parts to bowl.
- Rinse with bowl with clean water.
- Fill bowl with again with clean water and proper amount of disinfectant and let stand for proper time (at least 10 minutes).
- If your bowl has jets, allow the jets run for a full 10 minutes with disinfectant.
Treatment rooms
- Clean and disinfect all surfaces such as, chairs, tables, electrical appliances (don’t forget the cords).
- Clean and disinfect all linens and store in a closed container/cabinet.
- Clean and disinfect all hampers that hold soiled linens and be sure to use one that can be lined and closed.
- Remove and discard any products that could have been contaminated by improper unsanitary use. Replace with new product.
- Empty all wax pots and disinfect before refilling them with new wax. Purchase new single use applicators that can be deposed of in an airtight trash bin. The airtight trash bin should have a lid and should be lined with a disposable plastic bag.
Administrative Controls
- Employees who are sick will be expected to stay home.
- Salon/shop owner/managers should provide training, educational materials, and reinforcement on proper sanitation, hand-washing, cough and sneeze etiquette, using PPE, and other protective behaviors.
- Ensure break-rooms are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized and not used for congregating by employees.
- Ensure that all sinks in the workplace have antibacterial soap available and paper towels.
- Post handwashing signs in the restrooms.
- Provide alcohol wipes for use at phone stations.
- Be flexible with work schedules/salon hours to reduce the numbers of people (employees and clients) in salons/shops at all times in order to maintain social distancing.
- Provide Barbicide® or EPA disinfectant wipes, liquid disinfectant containers, and Barbicide® concentrate/or EPA approved disinfectant for disinfecting technical implements and work areas.
- Consider discontinuing hand relief treatments as well as scalp, neck, and shoulder massages during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The City of Lula, GA is pleased to announce the Yard of the Month Winners for April, 2020. And the Winners are………..
April 2020 Yard of the Month Recipients
Matt Hamby District 1
Rodney Foster
5908 McLeod Street
Marvin Moore District 2
Susan Hagans
5513 Hood Street
Mordecai Wilson District 3
Latoyia Osborn
6417 Narramore Way
Garnett Smith District 4
Ashley Dillingham
5454 Cool Creek Court
Lamb Griffin District 5
David Saxon
5771 Athens Street
Will YOU be next months winner?
UPDATED: April 17, 2020 –
Small businesses are some of the hardest hit during this epidemic, and we would like to extend a helping hand to provide information about where credible financial assistance can be found. The links below offer information about the many assistance programs provided on the local, national, and federal levels.
General Information:
U.S. Small Business Association Business Guidance: https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources
List of Banks: https://www.aba.com/about-us/press-room/industry-response-coronavirus
Forbes List of Coronavirus Small Business Loan and Grant Programs: https://www.forbes.com/sites/advisor/2020/04/10/list-of-coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-loan-and-grant-programs/#449ae5cfcc4b
USDA Rural Resource Guide: USDA Rural Resource PDF File
Georgia Assistance:
Georgia State Assistance: https://georgia.gov/covid-19-state-services-georgia/covid-19-support-businesses
Small Business Development Center provided by the University of Georgia:
https://www.georgiasbdc.org/georgia-small-business-recovery/
Georgia Department of Economic Development Updates: https://www.georgia.org/covid19
Covid-19 Resource Guide for Small Businesses from Atlanta Downtown: https://www.atlantadowntown.com/invest/covid
Assistance Programs:
Amazon Neighborhood Small Business Relief Fund: https://amazonsmallbusinessrelief.force.com/SelfRegisterPage
Facebook Small Business Grants Program: https://www.facebook.com/business/boost/grants
Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/us/webapps/mpp/covid-19-relief
Verizon: https://www.lisc.org/covid-19/verizon-small-business-recovery-fund/
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After careful consideration the Lula Mayor and Council have chosen to cancel this years Railroad Days Festival and Parade due to the on-going issues with the Coronavirus. The decision came after the recent work session of the city council where there was much discussion as to what served the communities best interest.
The “Good News” that did come from the lengthy discussion was the commitment from the council that when the opportunity to reopen to community activities that one of the first things the council would like to do is have “Community Celebration” probably at the newly renovated “DEPOT” with activities for young and old which hopefully will include entertainment from the stage and maybe a giant picnic. Our new downtown manager is already working on some fun ideas that should help bring us all together once again.
In the meantime the city has already been working on developing some more community activities to be presented throughout the year, with the hope of expanded activities with the Lula Fall Festival, Christmas in Lula Celebration, some new activities including “Movies in the Park” , Public Safety Days, Bubbles in the Park, Farmers Market, Plant Sales, Cornhole Tournaments, to name but a few ideas being considered.
For those already pre-registered for booth space for Railroad Days the city will be processing refunds over the next week so the checks should be in the mail shortly.
STAY SAFE… STAY HOME… SAVE LIVES
City of Lula, GA Update COVID19 – Waste Management
Reminder…. In the best interest of the health and well-being of the sanitation employees, the City’s garbage collection service is cart only service only is cart service only. Please limit garbage to what fits in the cart with the lid closed. No extra bags or household bulk waste will be collected. Sanitation workers are considered essential service workers and it would help lift their spirits by leaving a thank you note on the cart or saying thank you form a safe distance if the opportunity presents itself ! It will help make there world and your world a little bit better.
This executive order will expire on April 13
Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday released details of his shelter-in-place order that will keep most Georgians at home to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
The order takes effect at 6 p.m. Friday and continues through April 13. Under the order, residents must remain in their homes unless they are conducting essential business.
People can leave home to go to the grocery store, doctor’s appointments or the drug store, to purchase medical supplies and equipment needed to work from home, as well as a few other exceptions. Residents can go outside, provided they follow social distancing guidelines of keeping a distance of six feet between people who are not members of the same household.
Kemp announced the shelter-in-place order during a news conference Wednesday. He had been reluctant to implement one, saying he preferred to leave the decision to local governments. But a spike in confirmed cases and models that showed the peak hadn’t been reached changed his mind.
This executive order will expire on April 13, but it could be extended if the General Assembly reconvenes to renew a public health emergency declaration that expires on that day.
At 7 p.m. Thursday, Georgia had almost 5,500 confirmed cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. More than 175 Georgians have died from the virus.
Indoor recreation facilities – gyms, fitness centers, theaters and live performance venues – must close. Restaurants can continue to offer to-go, delivery and curbside service, but must close all in-facility dining.
The order contains nothing that specifically prohibits residents from attending church services, but the social distancing requirements would have to be met, which would limit gatherings to 10 people or fewer who are more than six feet apart.
The governor’s order, unlike similar orders issued Wednesday by the City of Gainesville and Hall County, does not distinguish between essential and nonessential businesses. Instead, Kemp’s executive order lists rules for minimum basic operations of a business. It does include a list of business types, such as hair salons, tattoo parlors and bowling alleys that must close when the order goes into effect.
Only employees who provide such services as managing inventory, providing security, processing payroll and employee benefits or related functions are allowed to work. Businesses can remain open, provided they meet the requirements of other parts of the executive order, specifically the limitation of 10 people or fewer and social distancing of at least six feet.
The minimum basic operations include screening all employees for a fever over 100.4, a cough or shortness of breath – the main symptoms of COVID-19. It also requires companies to allow working from home, where possible or staggering shifts for employees. It requires no more than 10 employees at a time who are required to maintain social distancing.
The order also requires businesses considers “critical infrastructure” be allowed to operate. Those include health care operations, law enforcement and other emergency services, banking, food and agriculture, energy and essential government services.
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Who would have thought a month ago we would be walking down this path today! Stay safe and know we are think of you!
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The more we can reduce exposure to the Coronavirus the more we can slow down the spread of the illness. Do your part——- Stay home——- Limit contact with others—– Stay —–6 Foot Apart when you are out in public.
Together we can make a difference !
