April 13, 2022

Face Mask FAQs

Q. When and where do I need to wear a mask?  A.  Mask wear guidance is subject to Coast Guard policy, guided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In regards to Coast Guard facilities –  including child development centers, cutters, small boats, buildings, and aircraft – commands will use the CDC Community Level guidance for setting

March 29, 2022

Testing FAQs

Q: Will a COVID-19 vaccination affect COVID-19 test results?A. No, COVID-19 vaccination will not affect the results of viral tests (polymerase chain reaction [PCR] or antigen). Vaccination may affect an antibody test; a positive COVID-19 antibody test could indicate vaccination OR previous infection. Q. Should healthcare personnel who have been

March 11, 2022

Quarantine Procedures FAQs

 Q: If a single member assigned afloat residing on the ship is directed to quarantine, where does this member quarantine? |A: Member will be quarantined in Unaccompanied Personnel Housing (UPH) single occupancy rooms that do not share a bathroom and/or kitchen facility.  Q: What if a single member residing in single or multi-occupancy UPH room,

March 11, 2022

CGPAAS FAQs

Q: I got an alert from CGPAAS, and I’m confused about what to do next.A: The CGPAAS COVID-19 Reporting Tool User Guide is available at CGPAAS. If you still need help, email the CGPAAS Help Desk at paas@navy.mil. If you are unable to update your status, your unit CGPAAS Commanding Officer Representative (COR) can update your status on your behalf.

March 11, 2022

Mass Gatherings FAQs

Q: Are enclosed mass gatherings related to mission-essential work authorized? A: Yes. Mass gatherings related to mission-essential work are necessary and authorized. This may include holding quarters on a cutter, conducting a navigation brief, or manning a small boat station; each of these gatherings is essential to carry out high-priority Coast

March 11, 2022

CDC Guidance FAQs

Q: I may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. What should I do? A: Military Personnel on active duty: (Contact the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line at 1-800-874-2273, option 1. You can also go to MHS Nurse Advice Line, or call your primary care clinic. Civilians: Call your primary care clinic. All: If your health care provider

May 20, 2021

Coast Guard updates mask guidance for vaccinated personnel

Consistent with updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, fully vaccinated personnel (who are at least two weeks beyond their final dose) are no longer required to wear a mask indoors or outdoors onboard federal facilities, Coast Guard cutters, small boats, and aircraft.  The new mask guidance applies to fully vaccinated

May 14, 2021

ALCOAST 185/21 - MAY 2021 COVID-19: UPDATED MASK GUIDANCE FOR VACCINATED PERSONNEL

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Dec. 9, 2020

ALCOAST 445/20 SUBJ:  COVID-19: GUIDANCE ON THE USE OF CLOTH FACE COVERINGS (FACE MASKS) – UPDATE 2

R 091320 DEC 20FM COMDTCOGARD WASHINGTON DC//CG-11//TO ALCOAST UNCLAS //N05100//ALCOAST 445/20COMDTNOTE 5100SUBJ:  COVID-19: GUIDANCE ON THE USE OF CLOTH FACE COVERINGS (FACE MASKS) – UPDATE 2A. COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC 061552 APR 20/ALCOAST 124/20B. COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC 171929 APR 20/ALCOAST 144/201. This message provides additional

Aug. 10, 2020

COVID-19 Videos: Quick Tips to Keep in Mind

Think you know everything about COVID-19 safety? Even some of our team members learned something new this week thanks to these short videos – perfect for social media sharing – from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).