Category: Latest Updates

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

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COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of October October 21st – October 28th, 2021
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated Oct. 13th 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

Rapid Antigen Screening Job Aid  

• The job aid has been updated to address the disposal of kits in Saskatchewan. No changes for Ontario.

COVID-19 Current Activity Restrictions

• Updated to reflect guidance from MCCSS related to new admissions and transfers between homes.
• The Moving in Support plan to assist with new admissions is located on the U-drive under Current OLT Resources

RAPID ANTIGEN SCREEENING FOR COVID-19

The portal for entering the results of Rapid Tests that are being completed by employees, can be found here under “Quick Links” on CHConnect.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• Rapid Antigen Screening Job Aid
  • This resource is to be printed off and made available at all RANT screening locations.

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

We have an Organizational Webinar planned for October 29th. This will be another celebratory webinar and those who have provided proof of being fully vaccinated will be eligible to win prizes. The link to register can be found here

If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada consider the resources available at This is Our Shot. “This Is Our Shot is a movement aimed to rally Canadians and encourage each other to replace vaccine hesitancy with confidence so that we can end the pandemic – together.” In addition to excellent resources, if you have already received both of your COVID-19 vaccines you can enter to win a variety of prizes. Grand prizes include trips to different locations within Canada.

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

With the announcement of mandatory vaccine policies within the developmental services sector in Ontario, Christian Horizons has taken steps to make it easier to report vaccination status. Managers or a delegate are now able to enter proof of employees vaccination status with their permission.  It is important for anyone responsible for inputting this information to remember to delete or return any copies of the proof after it has been uploaded. The link for self reporting is still available and we encourage all employees to use this option when possible.

Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number.

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

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COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of October 14th – October 21st
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated Oct. 13th 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

RAPID ANTIGEN SCREEENING FOR COVID-19

The portal for entering the results of Rapid Tests that are being completed by employees, can be found here under “Quick Links” on CHConnect.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• Rapid Antigen Screening Job Aid
  • This resource is to be printed off and made available at all RANT screening locations.

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

On October 6th we had a webinar titled: Understanding the science of the COVID-19 vaccines & the Legal matters of the Vaccine Policy. We were joined by Lawyer Cheryl Pooran and Dr. Krishna Sankar to answer some of the legal and medical question that have been submitted over the past weeks. We strongly recommend that all employees take the time to view this webinar if they have questions or concerns about the legality of the COVID-19 vaccine policy or medical questions about the COVID-19 vaccines.

In addition to the webinar another excellent resource is our COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ.

If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada consider the resources available at This is Our Shot. “This Is Our Shot is a movement aimed to rally Canadians and encourage each other to replace vaccine hesitancy with confidence so that we can end the pandemic – together.” In addition to excellent resources, if you have already received both of your COVID-19 vaccines you can enter to win a variety of prizes. Grand prizes include trips to different locations within Canada.

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

With the announcement of mandatory vaccine policies within the developmental services sector in Ontario, Christian Horizons has taken steps to make it easier to report vaccination status. Managers or a delegate are now able to enter proof of employees vaccination status with their permission.  It is important for anyone responsible for inputting this information to remember to delete or return any copies of the proof after it has been uploaded. The link for self reporting is still available and we encourage all employees to use this option when possible.

Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number.

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

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COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of October 7th – October 14th
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated Oct. 5th 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 

• This has been updated to answer questions about Ethylene Oxide

Current Travel Parameters

• Updated to reflect federal travel guidance.

RAPID ANTIGEN SCREEENING FOR COVID-19

A reminder of the portal for entering the results of Rapid Tests that are being completed by employees, the link can be found here. It is also available under “Quick Links” on CHConnect.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
  • A reminder as well that people who are fully vaccinated are not required to undergo rapid testing however they can choose to do so. If they do, results are reported using the link found here. This link is also available on CHConnect under Quick Links.
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• Rapid Antigen Screening Job Aid
  • This resource is to be printed off and made available at all RANT screening locations.

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

This week we had a webinar titled: Understanding the science of the COVID-19 vaccines & the Legal matters of the Vaccine Policy. We were joined by Lawyer Cheryl Pooran and Dr. Krishna Sankar to answer some of the legal and medical question that have been submitted over the past weeks. We strongly recommend that all employees take the time to view this webinar if they have questions or concerns about the legality of the COVID-19 vaccine policy or medical questions about the COVID-19 vaccines.  You can find the link to the webinar here.

In addition to the webinar another excellent resource is our COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ.

If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada consider the resources available at This is Our Shot. “This Is Our Shot is a movement aimed to rally Canadians and encourage each other to replace vaccine hesitancy with confidence so that we can end the pandemic – together.” In addition to excellent resources, if you have already received both of your COVID-19 vaccines you can enter to win a variety of prizes. Grand prizes include trips to different locations within Canada.

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

With the announcement of mandatory vaccine policies within the developmental services sector in Ontario, Christian Horizons has taken steps to make it easier to report vaccination status. Managers or a delegate are now able to enter proof of employees vaccination status with their permission.  It is important for anyone responsible for inputting this information to remember to delete or return any copies of the proof after it has been uploaded. The link for self reporting is still available and we encourage all employees to use this option when possible.

Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number.

 

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

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COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of September 16th – September 23rd
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated (Sept 22nd, 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 

• The rapid antigen screening instructions have been updated to reflect changes around the mandatory requirement for employees to undergo rapid tests if they have not disclosed their proof of vaccination.

Rapid Antigen Screening Job Aid

• This resource is to be printed off and made available at all RANT screening locations.

COVID-19 Screening Protocol

• An additional question has been included for all office and direct support locations.

 COVID-19 Symptom Self-Check Poster

• A disclaimer has been included on the poster that addresses the requirement for contractors to provide proof of immunization against COVID-19 or complete a rapid antigen test before being able to enter the location.

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ 

• Questions specific to Rapid Antigen Testing have been addressed including, Bill S-201 and how it relates to testing and the use of Ethylene Oxide in the sterilization of the swabs used for rapid testing.

COVID-19 Interim Vaccine Policy 

• The policy has been updated to reflect the required changes as per MCCSS in Ontario.

RAPID ANTIGEN SCREEENING FOR COVID-19

There was an automatic enrollment for all direct support professionals, program managers, and team leads on September 17th regardless of vaccination status to the RANT screening education. Office locations will determine who are the most appropriate employees to complete the training in order to assist with the completion of rapid antigen screening and then self enroll.

There will be a new portal for entering the results of Rapid Tests that are being completed by employees, the link can be found here. It is also available under “Quick Links” on CHConnect.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 

There have been questions about the use of Ethylene Oxide in the sterilization of the swabs that will be used for rapid testing. This is a common sterilization process for medical equipment and it is also used in the food industry to sterilize spices and herbs. Reuters did an investigative piece on the safety of this sterilization technique and it can be found here.

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

With the announcement of mandatory vaccine policies within the developmental services sector in Ontario, Christian Horizons has taken steps to make it easier to report vaccination status. Managers or a delegate are now able to enter proof of employees vaccination status with their permission.  It is important for anyone responsible for inputting this information to remember to delete or return any copies of the proof after it has been uploaded. The link for self reporting is still available and we encourage all employees to use this option when possible.

Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number.

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

There is no webinar this week. To view previously recorded webinars please click here.

If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada consider the resources available at This is Our Shot. “This Is Our Shot is a movement aimed to rally Canadians and encourage each other to replace vaccine hesitancy with confidence so that we can end the pandemic – together.” In addition to excellent resources, if you have already received both of your COVID-19 vaccines you can enter to win a variety of prizes. Grand prizes include trips to different locations within Canada.

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

SUPPORT PEOPLE TAB

COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of September 2nd – September 9th
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated (Sept 9th, 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ  

• Updates to the FAQ have been made around the upcoming required changes to our vaccination policy in Ontario
• Additionally a new question related to Bill S-201 has been covered. This question is also posted below in the Rapid Antigen Testing Section.

Daily Symptom-Monitoring

• The daily symptom monitoring has been updated to reflect the change in recommended symptoms to screen for. Notably, runny nose, head ache and sore throat have been removed from the list of symptoms.

RAPID ANTIGEN TESTING FOR COVID-19

The Rapid Antigen Screening Training course is now available in the LMS. Employees in Ontario can now enroll themselves from the catalog and complete the course at any time.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• How to Enter Test Result in the ODB (video) 

Recently there have been increased inquires about Christian Horizons response to how Bill S-201 interacts with the requirement for employees who have not shared their vaccination status to complete rapid testing for COVID-19 at a minimum every 7 days. This question is addressed in the COVID-19 vaccine FAQ but we felt it was important to highlight the answer here as well:

Bill S-201 or the Genetic Non-Discrimination Act prevents companies and employers from requiring genetic testing or the results of genetic tests. There have been inquires around how this Bill interacts with the requirement for employees to complete rapid antigen testing if they have not shared their vaccination status with Christian Horizons.  Notably, genetic testing as defined in the Bill, refers to testing an individual’s genes, an example of this would be testing for the genetic markers for Huntington’s disease or breast cancer. Rapid testing for COVID-19 is not genetic testing. Rather, it looks for the presence of antigens to COVID-19 which are a by-product of the body’s immune response to a new infection not an individual’s genetic markers. Polymer chain reaction (PCR) tests do look for genetic material of COVID-19

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

With the announcement of mandatory vaccine policies within the developmental services sector in Ontario, Christian Horizons has taken steps to make it easier to report vaccination status. Managers or a delegate are now able to enter proof of employees vaccination status with their permission.  It is important for anyone responsible for inputting this information to remember to delete or return any copies of the proof after it has been uploaded. The link for self reporting is still available and we encourage all employees to use this option when possible.

Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number.

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

There is no webinar this week. To view previously recorded webinars please click here.

If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada consider the resources available at This is Our Shot. “This Is Our Shot is a movement aimed to rally Canadians and encourage each other to replace vaccine hesitancy with confidence so that we can end the pandemic – together.” In addition to excellent resources, if you have already received both of your COVID-19 vaccines you can enter to win a variety of prizes. Grand prizes include trips to different locations within Canada.

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

SUPPORT PEOPLE TAB

COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of August 26th – September 2nd
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated (July 21, 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

Flowchart for Employee COVID-19 Exposure

• Following guidance from Public Health Ontario if an employee has been fully vaccinated and is in close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the community they are not required to isolate after the exposure if this is the guidance they receive from public health.

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

With the announcement of mandatory vaccine policies within the developmental services sector in Ontario, Christian Horizons has taken steps to make it easier to report vaccination status. Managers or a delegate are now able to enter proof of employees vaccination status with their permission.  It is important for anyone responsible for inputting this information to remember to delete or return any copies of the proof after it has been uploaded. The link for self reporting is still available and we encourage all employees to use this option when possible.

We are working with industry partners and the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services in order to update our COVID-19 vaccine policy and we will share updates to this policy as they are developed.

Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number.

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

Our next webinar which will include our celebratory raffle will take place this Friday, August 27th 2021 starting at 2pm. To register click here. In addition to the raffle Dr. Kimberley Gauthier will be joining to answer some of the pre-submitted questions and live questions if time allows.

To view previously recorded webinars please click here.

If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada consider the resources available at This is Our Shot. “This Is Our Shot is a movement aimed to rally Canadians and encourage each other to replace vaccine hesitancy with confidence so that we can end the pandemic – together.” In addition to excellent resources, if you have already received both of your COVID-19 vaccines you can enter to win a variety of prizes with grand prizes including trips to different locations within Canada.

RAPID ANTIGEN TESTING FOR COVID-19

The Rapid Antigen Screening Training course is now available in the LMS. Employees in Ontario can now enroll themselves from the catalog and complete the course at any time.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• How to Enter Test Result in the ODB (video) 
  • Update to how we are recording screening results on the ODB

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

SUPPORT PEOPLE TAB

COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of August 12th – August 19th
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated (July 21, 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

With the announcement of mandatory vaccine policies within the developmental services sector in Ontario, Christian Horizons has taken steps to make it easier to report vaccination status. An email will be sent out tomorrow, Friday August 20^th, to managers with a link that will allow them to input proof of vaccinations for employees. The link for self reporting is still available and we encourage all employees to use this option when possible.

We are working with industry partners and the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services in order to update of COVID-19 vaccine policy and we will share updates to this policy as they are developed.

Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number.

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

There will be no webinar this week. Our next webinar which will include our celebratory raffle will take place on August 27th 2021. To register click here.

To view previously recorded webinars please click here.

If you are looking for additional webinars with a variety of experts from across Canada consider the resources available at This is Our Shot. “This Is Our Shot is a movement aimed to rally Canadians and encourage each other to replace vaccine hesitancy with confidence so that we can end the pandemic – together.” In addition to excellent resources if you have already received both of your COVID-19 vaccines you can enter to win a variety of prizes with grand prizes including trips to different locations within Canada.

RAPID ANTIGEN TESTING FOR COVID-19

The Rapid Antigen Screening Training course is now available in the LMS. Employees in Ontario can now enroll themselves from the catalog and complete the course at any time.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• How to Enter Test Result in the ODB (video) 
  • Update to how we are recording screening results on the ODB

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

SUPPORT PEOPLE TAB

COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of August 12th – August 19th
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated (July 21, 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

Personal Protective Equipment Frequently Asked Questions

• Update to the use of eye protection to clarify that eye protection is to be worn whenever an employee is within 2 metres of a person who uses services while indoors or within an enclosed space.

Return Back Home Plan Template

• The return back home plan template available in the U drive has been updated to reflect current guidance for people returning from overnight absences.

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

As COVID-19 vaccinations progress throughout Canada it is important to highlight that we (Christian Horizons employees) are not permitted to share information about the vaccination status of the people who use our services or employees with anyone. The only exception is that you may share the vaccine status of a person with their substitute decision maker (e.g., inform the substitute decision maker that the person has received the vaccine to which the substitute decision maker consented). 

• Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
  If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

There will be no webinar this week.

To view previously recorded webinars please click here.

RAPID ANTIGEN TESTING FOR COVID-19

The Rapid Antigen Screening Training course is now available in the LMS. Employees working in the pilot locations in Ontario can now enroll themselves from the catalog and complete the course at any time.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• How to Enter Test Result in the ODB (video) 
  • Update to how we are recording screening results on the ODB

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

SUPPORT PEOPLE TAB

COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of August 5th – August 12th
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated (July 21, 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

As COVID-19 vaccinations progress throughout Canada it is important to highlight that we (Christian Horizons employees) are not permitted to share information about the vaccination status of the people who use our services or employees with anyone. The only exception is that you may share the vaccine status of a person with their substitute decision maker (e.g., inform the substitute decision maker that the person has received the vaccine to which the substitute decision maker consented). 

• Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
  If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

There will be no webinar this week.

To view previously recorded webinars please click here.

RAPID ANTIGEN TESTING FOR COVID-19

Pilot programs within Ontario will need to input their testing data from July 30th – August 5th  by midnight on August 5th. This is done through the ODB. Please see the short video below for detailed instructions.

The Rapid Antigen Screening Training course is now available in the LMS. Employees working in the pilot locations in Ontario can now enroll themselves from the catalog and complete the course at any time.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• How to Enter Test Result in the ODB (video) 
  • Update to how we are recording screening results on the ODB

Our values, vision, and mission together with your well-being and the well-being of people who use our services continue to be our top priority during the current pandemic.

This week, look for the following updates:

SUPPORT PEOPLE TAB

COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist

• The COVID-19 Weekly Preparedness Checklist has been updated for the week of July 29th – Aug 5th
• The Hand Sanitizer Recall List (on the U:\\ drive) was updated (July 21, 2021), please confirm the removal of recalled sanitizers from all locations

COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE

As COVID-19 vaccinations progresse throughout Canada it is important to highlight that we (Christian Horizons employees) are not permitted to share information about the vaccination status of the people who use our services or employees with anyone. The only exception is that you may share the vaccine status of a person with their substitute decision maker (e.g., inform the substitute decision maker that the person has received the vaccine to which the substitute decision maker consented). 

• Electronic Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
  If you have previously chosen to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but have misplaced your electronic and physical proof of vaccination you can receive a new electronic proof through the Ontario Health site here. You will require your health card number

COVID-19 VACCINE WEBINARS

There will be no webinar this week.

To view previously recorded webinars please click here.

RAPID ANTIGEN TESTING FOR COVID-19

Pilot programs within Ontario will need to input their testing data from July 23rd- July 29th by midnight on July 29th. This is done through the ODB. Please see the short video below for detailed instructions.

The Rapid Antigen Screening Training course is now available in the LMS. Employees working in the pilot locations in Ontario can now enroll themselves from the catalog and complete the course at any time.

For ease of reference, the links to the Instructions and FAQs can be found below.

• Rapid Antigen Screening Instructions 
• Rapid Antigen Screening FAQs 
• How to Enter Test Result in the ODB (video) 
  • Update to how we are recording screening results on the ODB