2. Face Coverings: How, When and Where to Wear Them
Please find the following helpful guidance from LA County on how, when, and where to wear a face covering.
Face Coverings: How to Wear Them
Below is a list of the things your face covering should do when you're wearing it correctly. Please note: always wash your hands before handling your face covering.
You know you're wearing your face covering like a pro, if your mask:
Fits snugly but comfortably against the side of your face.
Is secured with ties or ear loops.
Includes multiple layers of fabric.
Allows for breathing without restriction.
Is able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape.
Covers mouth and nose with no gaps between your face and the mask.
Also, while wearing your face covering be careful not to touch your eyes, nose or mouth when removing your face covering. And you should wash your hands immediately after removing it.
And because many have run into the challenge of foggy glasses while wearing face coverings, here are Tips for Avoiding Foggy Glasses When Wearing Your Face Covering:
Wash your glasses with soapy water. Research has shown that washing glasses with soapy water, and letting them air dry before putting on your mask, reduces fogging.
Use tissue paper. Placing tissue paper between your glasses and the bridge of your nose may help absorb the moisture that causes foggy glasses.
LA County's Health Officer Order does not require wearing face coverings while in the backyard or while on a solitary run or walk. County and Culver City residents are required, however, to wear face coverings when in contact with other people who are not household members (whether you're in a public or private space). So, if you're on a solitary run or walk - and you see someone approaching - put on your face covering!
And remember: face coverings are not a substitute for always practicing physical distancing & frequent hand washing.
Face Coverings: Where to Wear Them
LA County's Order is effective for all 10 million people who live in LA County. Culver City’s public order is in alignment with the County Order. Some cities have put in place their own guidelines for face coverings. In these cases, the stricter order will apply. For example, the City of Los Angeles requires that all Angelenos, except for young children and people with certain disabilities, are required to wear face coverings outside their homes.
3. Remember: the Risk of COVID-19 Remains High
Please remember to follow infection control practices at all times, as the virus has not gone away.
Cloth face coverings that securely cover the mouth and nose are required to be worn when you’re around people who don’t live in your own household. Bring a clean cloth face covering with you when you leave the house. If you’re not around other people, doing a solitary activity, or when you’re with only the people from your household, you can take it off, but you should put it on if others approach. Children under two and people with certain disabilities are exempted from wearing face coverings.
Maintain a physical distance of 6 feet between yourself and others.
Self-isolate for 10 days and three days after you are symptom-free if you have or are likely to have COVID-19.
Self-quarantine for 14 days if you are exposed or in close contact with an infected person.
If you become ill, call your doctor early if you are 65 years and older, or have an underlying health condition as you may be at higher risk of serious illness. Call 9-1-1 if there are emergency warning signs such as difficulty breathing, pressure or pain in chest, bluish lips or face, confused or hard to wake, or any other serious symptoms. Even though the risk of COVID-19 remains high, medical offices and hospitals are equipped to treat you safely, and before your health concern becomes a major health crisis.
4. Free COVID-19 Testing Available
LA County strongly encourages all LA County residents who are interested in being tested to first contact their Primary Care Provider or Healthcare Center about receiving a test a their facility. If you do not have access to this care or are unable to contact them, free testing is available across the County. Priority is given to those who meet the criteria below.
Persons with the following symptoms:
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fevers
Chills
Repeated shaking with chills
Muscle pain
Headache
Sore throat
New loss of sense of smell
OR
Persons without symptoms who meet the following criteria:
6. Let's make a Culver City connection and talk soon. We’ll call YOU!
We want you to know that we are here for you. If you or another Culver City resident would like a check-in call for a quick chat, let us know. Our friendly City staff are making weekly phone calls to any residents 18 and older just to say “hi," see how you are doing, or offer information and resources. You don’t need a reason—we’ll call you. If you would like to sign-up for the weekly phone call program, give us a ring at (310) 253-6890 (Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM).
7. Do You Need a Volunteer?
If you or someone you know has a non-emergency, non-medical need related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and you would like assistance from a volunteer, please email the City or call the City’s Coronavirus Hotline at (310) 253-6890 (Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM). If you email or leave a message at the Hotline after hours, please include your name, address, phone number, email address, and your need. In an emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
