What number do I use to calculate capacity limits for my business in the state’s tiered system?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
To calculate your business capacity for each of the tiers in California’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, use the posted maximum occupancy for your business. If you don’t have one,…
According to the state’s Blueprint to a Safer Economy, my business is allowed to be open outdoors. How do you define outdoor operations?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Outdoor operations may be conducted under a tent, canopy, or other sun shelter as long as no more than one side is closed, allowing sufficient outdoor air movement. Local permits…
Why are casinos allowed to operate?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Casinos in California are owned by tribal governments and are built on tribal-owned lands. State and county public health officials have worked with the sovereign governments to reopen casinos as…
What are “limited services” businesses?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Limited services are those that don’t require close customer contact and can be provided while maintaining appropriate physical distancing from customers and the public. Limited services may be provided at…
Can a restaurant, winery or brewery host entertainment events or live music?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Businesses cannot host concerts, performances, entertainment events, or live music of any kind, including solo singers and instrumentalists. A business may have recorded background music that is below the level of…
Have the social distancing and hygiene protocols for businesses changed?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Yes. The order’s Appendix A has been updated to reflect the state’s requirements for a Site Specific Plan for all businesses. All businesses, including ones that have been open under…
What businesses and/or events are still prohibited and why?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
I work for a business that is permitted to operate under the order. Do I need to have a letter from my employer or other documentation to travel?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
No. You don’t need to carry official documentation (and the County does not issue any) demonstrating that you work for business that is permitted to operate under the order. Be…
Where should I call to report if a business is not following protocols?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
What should I do if I think my employer is not providing safe conditions in compliance with the Health Order?https://socoemergency.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socoemergency.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
If you think your employer is violating your rights as an employee you may contact the Department of Industrial Relations – Labor Commissioner at www.dir.ca.gov. You can also call the…