FAQ: What safety precautions are being taken during the pandemic?
Answer:
During the pandemic, the following safety precautions are in effect to protect the public and library staff:
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Do not enter if you have Covid-19 symptoms: fever, cough, sore throat, headache, loss of smell or taste, fatigue, nausea, shortness of breath, body or muscle aches, diarrhea, vomiting.
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Face masks are encouraged and appreciated. Masks are available upon request. *
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Practice social distancing. Please stay 6 feet from other patrons and staff.
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Please use hand sanitizer (provided) when entering the library building.
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Please limit your visits to one hour. The library may not exceed 50% capacity starting July 1, 2021. **
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Library staff will sanitize touch points periodically throughout the day.
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Large group visits are not permitted at this time.
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Some library services will remain unavailable until further notice.
* Fully vaccinated patrons are not required to wear masks per Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) guidance as of May 2021.
** Per Marathon County Health Department guidance and a decision by the Library Board.
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