Coronavirus

When the HPCON is B, or “Bravo,” your area is experiencing an increase in community transmissions. Follow the guidelines for the previous HPCONs along with the following:

Practice social distancing. Avoid unnecessary contact with others, such as shaking hands and hugging.
Avoid unnecessary travel, especially to areas known to be experiencing active disease transmission.
Ensure supplies of food, medication and other items needed for babies and pets are available to last at least 14 days.
Prepare for travel restrictions and cancellation of public gatherings, such as school, religious and other community activities. Make alternative arrangements for childcare.
Observe local guidance on movement restrictions and access requirements for military installations.
Seek guidance from employers and unit leaders about changes to work practices (for example, telework) and training events.
Comply with medical orders for self-isolation or quarantine.

SELFRIDGE CURRENT SITUATION

CURRENT SITUATION: Up to date as of August 13, 2021

The DOD published new mask guidance on July 28, 2021. If in an area of substantial or high transmission rates, masks must be worn indoors for all people regardless of vaccine status.

Macomb County, according to the CDC, is now in substantial transmission. Masks will be required to be worn while indoors at Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

MIDHHS Gathering Guidelines can be found at Michigan Coronavirus Website

VACCINE INFORMATION

For local civilian vaccine resources, please use the links below.

COVID-19 Screening/Exposure Protocol

Daily Screening Protocol
1. If you have symptoms, don’t come to work. Call your supervisor. If you have a thermometer, take your temperature in the morning and if it is 100.4 or greater you have a symptom.

2. Enter your facility by way of the designated entrance. Most building are single entry/exit.

3. Proceed immediately to the screening point while maintaining social distance.

4. Use hand sanitizer before beginning the screening process

5. Follow the posted procedures to take your temperature.

6. Sign-in on your unit’s accountability roster or scan the QR code with your phone to enter digitally.

7. Use hand sanitizer after screening is complete

8. Enter the work area.

Note** – temperatures are only taken once a day and are not recorded. Signing into the facility only needs to occur once per day. You must print your name legibly on the visitors log when visiting buildings other than your primary work center.
Are you concerned of exposure?
- Have you received the vaccine?
  - Yes
    - You are Asymptomatic
      Fully vaccinated people, meaning at least two weeks since your second of the two-shot series vaccines, or two weeks since your single shot vaccine series, can resume normal daily activities if they have been exposed to a positive case and do not exhibit symptoms of COVID-19.
      
      Safety measures must continue, including wearing face masks per the DoD mandate, and maintaining 6 feet of distance between you and others from outside your household.
    - You have Symptoms
      If you are symptomatic after being exposed to a positive COVID-19 case, then you should stay home and get a COVID-19 test.
  - No
    - Begin a Home Quarantine
      If you have been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, at any point during their 10-day infection period, and you were in close contact (more than 15 minutes, without masks, closer than 6 feet distance) then you should quarantine at home for 10 days following your exposure.
      
      Essential personnel may come out of quarantine on Day 7 if they obtain a negative COVID test result that day.
For Supervisors
- 127th WG Supervisors Should
  1. Notify Base Command Post to provide member's name and contact information.
  
  2. Give the Member the Macomb County Health Department phone number if they have questions: (586) 463-3750
  
  3. Contact the Member's Commander.
Watch for Symptoms
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported- ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness.

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath/difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle/Body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore Throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea

Local Testing Locations

- McLaren Macomb Hospital
  1000 Harrington Street,
  Mt. Clemens, MI 48043
  (586) 493-8000
  
  Provides Same Day Testing
  Results in 72 hours
- MI Urgent Care- Clinton Twp
  22500 Metro Parkway, Suite 100,
  Clinton Township, MI 48035
  (586) 267-9300
  
  Provides Same Day Testing
  Results in 7-10 Days
- Lakeside Urgent Care
  44472 Hayes Road
  Clinton Township, MI 48038
  (586) 412-0890
  
  Provides Same Day Testing
  Results in 48 Hours
- IHA Urgent Care- Schoolcraft
  30201 W. Seven Mile Road
  Livonia, MI
  (734) 213-3688
  
  Provides Same Day Testing
  Results in 48 Hours
- My Health Urgent Care
  1500 W. Big Beaver Road
  Troy, MI
  (248) 649-4444
  
  Provides Same Day Testing
  Results in 72 Hours
  
  *Rapid Test- Negative results sent to lab for confirmation
- More Locations

What is the Wing doing to protect members?

1. Following guidelines to reduce the risk of transmitting the virus, recommended by the CDC, DOD, and State of Michigan.

Per the DOD Memo released Feb. 4, 2021: any individual serving on behalf of the DOD in an official capacity, must wear a mask at all times, unless at the individual's home.

Masks must cover nose and mouth, fit properly (snugly around nose and chin with no large gaps around sides of face) and comply with CDC and OSHA guidance
Masks must be worn in any common areas, shared workspaces (including open floorplan office spaces, cubicle embankments and conference rooms) and in outdoor shared spaces
Masks types include non-medical disposable masks, those made with breathable fabric (ie- cotton), masks made with tightly woven fabric, masks with two or three layers and masks with inner filter pockets. Novelty and non-protective masks, masks with ventilation valves or face shields are not authorized as substitutes.

Exceptions:
1. When an individual is alone in an office with floor-to-ceiling walls with door closed;
2. for brief periods when eating, drinking while maintaining distancing IAW CDC guidelines and instructions from commanders and supervisors;
3. when mask is required to briefly be lowered for ID or security purposes;
4. when necessary to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability.

2. Offering the voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine series to members

3. In the event of a resurgence of the virus, procedures are in place to quickly identify and contain the outbreak.

Isolation, testing, contact-tracing and quarantine are important tools available to the installation commander to prevent an outbreak from seriously disrupting operations on the base and protecting the health of the workforce.
A team of subject matter experts, including physicians and public health personnel are on-hand to help commanders make informed decisions when responding to individuals who may be symptomatic or test positive for COVID-19.

127TH WING SERVICES & FACILITIES

Appointments can be scheduled with the 127th Wing agencies as follows:

Airmen & Family Readiness
(586) 239-5583
Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m

127th Communications Flight
(586) 239-5267
Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m

127th Comptroller Flight
(586) 239-5561
Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m..

127th Medical Group
(586) 239-4972
Appt Hours: Weds, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Psychological Health
(586) 239-2510 / (586) 764-7233

Public Affairs
(586) 239-5576, Option 7
Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

COVID-19 Townhall Q&A

Watch the May 27, 2020 Townhall on our Facebook page.

What are we doing to continue:
- Our Federal Mission?
  Our Federal mission continues, this has not changed since we started COVID-19 relief response. Our folks who've deployed, continue to do great work overseas. Members of both the 127th Air Refueling Group and 127th Security Forces Squadron are deployed, some in a holding pattern, extended due to the pandemic. Please keep them in your thoughts, as this is very tough for the members and their families.
- Maintaining Readiness?
  Our readiness is defined as our capacity times will, as seen in the eyes and hearts of our adversaries. Ensuring we are maintaining readiness for our federal mission is of the utmost priority. We've continued training events as best as possible during the stay home orders and thus far we have been successful.
  
  June Drill is a go: Our flying operations will look more normal this weekend and Commanders are scheduling member participation as they determine how to best execute and maintain readiness for their members.
- Our State Mission?
  The Michigan National Guard has tested more than 45,000 citizens across the state, delivered more than 20,000 test kits, helped to pack 1,500 tons of food, enough to feed between 2-5 families per day through work at food banks, and conducted the Michigan Strong Flyovers to improve morale and thank first-line workers since early April.
  
  We continue to support our State mission.
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What is the new normal?
We will only bring people back to work safely and securely. Anticipate continued mitigation across the 127th Wing as we continue moving forward. A team is working to finalize details on the "return to work" recommendation that will be published shortly.

Our HPCON is now under control of the Wing and we will continue reviewing the COVID-19 impact in our local communities to determine what's best for us and Selfridge Air National Guard Base.
How will we return to work?
Much like the Governor's plan, we will return to work in a phased approach. This information will be disseminated once it's determined. Factors include what PPE we can use, social distancing, hygiene emphasis, enforcement matters as well as encouraging and implementing self-assessments.
Is June drill mandatory?
We have a responsibility to maintain readiness for our federal and state missions. This requires maintenance of mandatory training requirements. Commanders are looking at how to best achieve this goal based on published drill schedules and the commanders have maximum flexibility. If you have questions about whether you need to report for duty, contact your chain of command.
How can I get, "a good year?"
It’s important to remember that a, "good year," translates into 50 retirement points in the 12 month period beginning on a member's date-of-enlistment anniversary. If you want to make sure you are tracking for a good year, it’s important you get with your supervisor to determine this.

Days are available, so if you need days and/or have the time available to come out, work with your supervisors to determine how best to meet the needs of the readiness of the organization.
When can I take my PT test?
We continue to have an obligation to maintain fitness to fight. PT tests are postponed until 1 October 2020: we will not be required to test until the end of the 42-days-long reconditioning period. Since this date, November 12, is after November drill, DSGs will look at December drill for testing.

Don’t get complacent, take this time as an opportunity to increase your fitness.

If a member who last tested between March-Sept 2019 and earned an, "excellent" score, then they won’t have to test again until 2021. These members can request an exception to test earlier, beginning in October 2020. Exceptions will be granted subject to commander approval.

The body composition portion of the test has been canceled for all members until 2021.
Will new recruits ship to BMT?
Yes. While there's been a reduction in basic training slots this Summer, (approximately by half across enterprise), the ANG negotiated to keep a greater share of our slots. It will affect BMT, but hopefully these are only minor delays. We are still enlisting people and actively recruiting. Learn more about this during our Virtual Recruiting Townhall, on Facebook live, Weds. Jun. 10 at 0900.

As for 3-level tech school, the Air Force considers these critical, members will still attend.
Will my CAC work if expired?
No. Please make an appointment online -or- call the ID card office at (586) 239-4044.
What should single parent families do without childcare?
That’s really up to the individual to work with their leadership to determine how to make the best decision for their families.
If I'm on 502(F) orders do I have to drill?
If on these orders during June drill, you'll likely be executing your state mission. Contact your chain of command to determine.
Is the Air Show rescheduled?
As a cornerstone of Michigan communities, the Air Show is our opportunity to let our neighbors come in and see what we are doing; right now we are looking at Aug 2022 for the next Open House and Air Show. We are discussing plans with community partners to try and have a small event next summer, more to follow.
What if we get sick on the job?
If you do get sick as a result of duty we have an obligation to take care of our Airmen. If you are sick and that happens because you were exposed here, then we will help take care of that through the Line of Duty process.If you show up for duty and you're ill, we will send home.
What about high-risk members?
If we think we will move to HPCON Bravo from Charlie, it will ease restrictions. In Bravo, high-risk individuals will still be offered options to telework, etc. It will be evaluated case-by-case do determine how we accomplish the mission.
Will we get hazard pay?
Not at this time.
How do I join the Guard?
What about base tenants?
For the approximately 4K-5K employees of Selfridge, as more people return to work, we will implement more risk-mitigation measures on base.

The South Gate remains closed, but with more people returning to work, we will eventually reopen the South Gate. We are watching each other, talking and determining how to work together to come out of HPCON Charlie.
What about PME?
In-residence professional military education (PME) has been suspended for rest of fiscal year but we haven’t suspended testing for correspondence courses here at Selfridge. Encourage you to get your formal school requests in so you can get on the list to go next year, in the interim, if you are ready to do PME, enroll in the correspondence course so you can move forward.
Do we need our own face masks?
You can use what you are comfortable with. If you don't already have your own mask, there's a limited amount to distribute here.
Any changes to the travel policy?
The DoD policy limiting travel extends through June.

TIPS & TRICKS WHEN YOU NEED A MENTAL BREAK

BREATHE AND PRACTICE RELAXATION TECHNIQUES

Inhale for five counts, hold for one count, then exhale for 10 counts
- The slow exhale tricks our brains into relaxing the body
Tense a group of muscles as you inhale, relax them as you exhale
Work throughout your body in order (example- top to bottom, bottom to top, etc.)

USE GROUNDING ACTIVITIES DURING TIMES TO CALM YOURSELF DURING OF HEIGHTENED ANXIETY OR A PANIC ATTACK

Notice:

Five things you can see
Four things you can feel
Three things you can hear
Two things you can smell
One thing you can taste

BE PRODUCTIVE- USE ACTIVITY AS A DISTRACTION

Do an activity that gives you satisfaction
- Examples include- cleaning, organize items for donation, learn a craft, read, walk, weed or rake, make a list of people to check in with and then follow through

KEEP ON A SCHEDULE TO HELP FEEL MORE IN CONTROL

Schedule activities that are:
- Solitary, such as reading, crafting, baking, self-care and educational, etc.
- Social, such as calling loved ones, checking in on social media, etc.
- Necessary, such as personal hygiene and taking care of your home.
- Physical, exercise, specifically walking when you can’t do much else
Schedule time away from your phone, social media and/or news programs
Eat at regular meal times

DISENGAGE WHEN NEEDED

Don’t stay on news or social media sites for excessive amounts of time
Avoid too much stimulation without adequate rest
Take breaks as needed and switch between activities

REMEMBER WHAT IS YOURS TO CONTROL

Remind yourself of what you are doing to help contain the spread of COVID-19 with positive affirmations such as:
- “I am staying home, I am washing my hands and keeping an appropriate distance from others.”
- “I am not putting myself or those around me in danger.”
- “I am trusting the experts to do their jobs. EVERYONE wants this to be controlled and eradicated soon.”
- "I do not have to spend time dwelling on what is not mine to control."

SELFRIDGE CURRENT SITUATION

CURRENT SITUATION: Up to date as of August 13, 2021

The DOD published new mask guidance on July 28, 2021. If in an area of substantial or high transmission rates, masks must be worn indoors for all people regardless of vaccine status.

Macomb County, according to the CDC, is now in substantial transmission. Masks will be required to be worn while indoors at Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

VACCINE INFORMATION

COVID-19 Screening/Exposure Protocol

Local Testing Locations

What is the Wing doing to protect members?

Wearing a Cloth Face Covering (CFC)

127TH WING SERVICES & FACILITIES

COVID-19 Townhall Q&A

TIPS & TRICKS WHEN YOU NEED A MENTAL BREAK

COVID-19 Fact Sheet

GENERAL INFORMATION

RIGHT START BRIEF

GETTING MORE HELP