WEBVTT 00:01.160 --> 00:03.280 - Eighteen MacDill Colonel Ben Robins here Commander, 00:03.280 --> 00:05.430 6th Air Refueling Wing, with my Wingman, 00:05.430 --> 00:07.320 our Command Chief, Anthony green, 00:07.320 --> 00:10.000 and our Public Health Officer, Major Jill Roser. 00:10.000 --> 00:12.640 Wanna take a moment, to talk about a COVID update, 00:12.640 --> 00:15.110 and also talk to you about being smart, 00:15.110 --> 00:17.399 responsible and safe. 00:17.399 --> 00:19.820 - MacDill remains in a mission essential status, 00:19.820 --> 00:22.180 where personal primarily teleworking. 00:22.180 --> 00:25.290 Check with your chain of command and determine your status. 00:25.290 --> 00:27.910 Our focus has been and will continue to be 00:27.910 --> 00:31.020 health and safety as we complete the mission. 00:31.020 --> 00:32.840 - Today, we are seeing an increase 00:32.840 --> 00:37.070 in the number of COVID-19 cases both on and off base. 00:37.070 --> 00:38.880 The 6th Medical Group and Public Health 00:38.880 --> 00:41.660 are working diligently to do our part 00:41.660 --> 00:44.200 and to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. 00:44.200 --> 00:46.290 But we need your help. 00:46.290 --> 00:48.150 - As we continue to move forward, 00:48.150 --> 00:51.080 please be smart, responsible and safe. 00:51.080 --> 00:52.860 Measures on bases is still in place 00:52.860 --> 00:54.900 to ensure not only your safety 00:54.900 --> 00:57.730 with the safety of your Wingman and your family. 00:57.730 --> 00:59.870 - We will continue to implement work procedures 00:59.870 --> 01:01.930 that include temperature and health checks 01:01.930 --> 01:04.830 before entering work facilities, Strain. 01:04.830 --> 01:07.060 - Your best chance to remain COVID free 01:07.060 --> 01:09.440 is to follow CDC guidelines. 01:09.440 --> 01:11.710 This includes wearing a face mask, 01:11.710 --> 01:13.230 practice social distancing 01:13.230 --> 01:15.540 by remaining six feet from each other, 01:15.540 --> 01:18.620 and routinely clean and disinfect surfaces. 01:18.620 --> 01:21.020 Remember not to touch your face and eyes, 01:21.020 --> 01:24.100 and of course wash your hands often. 01:24.100 --> 01:26.720 - If you're feeling sick, let someone know 01:26.720 --> 01:28.810 and immediately isolate yourself. 01:28.810 --> 01:31.250 If you found out you've been in contact with someone 01:31.250 --> 01:33.660 that has been tested positive for COVID 01:33.660 --> 01:35.570 notify your chain of command 01:35.570 --> 01:38.100 and by no means should you leave your home. 01:38.100 --> 01:42.610 If your active duty or active duty dependent or GS employee, 01:42.610 --> 01:45.030 come to the Med Group during normal duty hours 01:45.030 --> 01:46.320 to get tested. 01:46.320 --> 01:50.000 - It is imperative that you are smart, responsible and safe. 01:50.000 --> 01:51.770 Some of the cases that we are seeing 01:51.770 --> 01:54.370 may have been prevented using the CDC guidelines. 01:54.370 --> 01:57.040 Infecting others not only endangers them personally, 01:57.040 --> 01:58.840 but also hampers our mission. 01:58.840 --> 02:02.060 One person is affected is not just a single person, 02:02.060 --> 02:05.300 an entire unit and family must overcome this burden. 02:05.300 --> 02:08.370 We very much understand the desire to return to normal, 02:08.370 --> 02:10.330 but now is not that time. 02:10.330 --> 02:11.410 We get numerous questions 02:11.410 --> 02:13.560 on when we are opening different services. 02:13.560 --> 02:15.670 Four months ago we establish rules 02:15.670 --> 02:20.240 based on DOD and CDC guidance on when and how to reopen. 02:20.240 --> 02:23.560 The installation opens and closes based on these conditions. 02:23.560 --> 02:26.410 And they determine the amount of manpower available for duty 02:26.410 --> 02:28.590 and services that are open. 02:28.590 --> 02:30.460 Unfortunately, we are currently trending 02:30.460 --> 02:32.030 in the wrong direction. 02:32.030 --> 02:35.060 So you can expect facilities to remain closed. 02:35.060 --> 02:38.140 We understand, this is the last thing you want to hear, 02:38.140 --> 02:40.800 but it is important to understand your role 02:40.800 --> 02:43.820 and keeping you your family, your unit 02:43.820 --> 02:45.530 and even your country safe. 02:45.530 --> 02:48.353 Be smart, be responsible and be safe. 02:50.360 --> 02:53.277 (thunder rumbling)