COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
COVID-19: Guidance and materials for businesses
City of Berkeley Health Officer Orders mandate that businesses implement specific COVID-19 safety measures and post certain signage at all entrances.
All the documentation you need to comply is available on this page.
Signage & protocol requirements
Site-Specific Protection Plan
All businesses must complete a Site-Specific Protection Plan that documents the steps they are taking to protect employees and customers. The City has created guidance and a fillable template to help you complete your plan.
You are not required to submit your plan to the City for review and approval. However, it is important to complete it before reopening. If an employee tests positive for COVID-19, you will be asked to provide your site-specific protection plan to Berkeley Public Health.
Face covering signs
Customers and workers are generally required to cover their nose and mouth while inside or waiting in line to enter a business. Businesses are also required to post signs notifying customers of the face covering requirement at all entrances.
Social distancing signs
Businesses must also post signs at entrances reminding customers and workers to practice healthy behaviors that slow the spread of COVID-19, including washing their hands regularly, staying 6 feet apart, and avoiding unneeded physical contact.
Resources
Last updated October 22, 2020