Black Hawk County Public Health

Screening Algorithm for Entrance into Businesses

IDPH has not changed business screening guidance due to the complexity of the screening process that would need to occur to account for the broader list of symptoms. Businesses can create their own algorithm for screening based upon the expanded CDC information or they can continue to use this current IDPH screening algorithm.

Employee Rights Under the FFCRA

Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFRCA) allows for paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave.

Black Hawk County Health Department Business Guidelines (07/21/2020)

This document was updated to reflect new guidance as of 9/30/20. The intent of this document is to provide Black Hawk County businesses guidelines for how to prevent and contain the spread of COVID-19 in their business. This document is meant to supplement guidance developed by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) and other professional agencies.

Letter to Governor Reynolds (7/30/20)

Updated Business Guidance for Employers_011022

Updated information for employers to reflect new quarantine and isolation guidelines from the CDC.

CDC Resources for Businesses and Employers

CDC resources for businesses and employers.