Scheduled IT Maintenance

Intermittent outages for campus internet, phones, and online systems (Canvas, MyBCC, etc.) are expected this weekend, July 10–12, to enhance network security and reliability. All systems will resume normal operation by Monday morning, July 13.

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COVID FAQs

General FAQs

1. What should I do if I test positive for COVID-19?
  • Do not come to campus.
  • Seek guidance from supervisor to discuss next steps. If you have additional questions, you should contact Valerie Wendlandt-Human Resources Specialist – Leaves and Benefits (temp) at HR@barstow.edu, ext. 7232 in Human Resources.
  • Report your positive results on the BCC Self Reporting.
  • You may need to isolate for up to 10 days.
  • Isolation may end if:
    • You test negative, symptoms have significantly improved, and you are fever-free for 24 hours (without the use of fever-reducing medication).
    • At least 5 days have passed since onset of symptoms.
    • You followed up with HR before coming on campus.
2. What should I do if I am in close contact or have been potentially exposed to COVID-19?
  • If you have symptoms or have tested positive, please do not come to campus.
  • Report exposure on the BCC Self Reporting and communicate with supervisor and Human Resources.
  • Current guidance from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the CDC apply.
    • If the guidance does not align the strictest guidance applies.
    • Guidance may include the following:
      • If no symptoms are present, no need to quarantine at this time.
      • Wear a mask for 10 days after exposure.
      • You should test after 5 days of exposure.
      • Monitor symptoms closely.
        • If you develop symptoms or test positive, DO NOT COME TO CAMPUS and follow guidance for testing positive for COVID-19.
3. When do I need to wear a mask on campus?
  • You may choose to mask at any time.
  • Wear a well-fitting mask if you have been in close contact to someone with COVID-19.
  • If you or a family member are at high risk of getting sick.
4. When do I need to isolate?
  • You should isolate if you test positive for COVID-19.
  • If you are experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19.
5. When can isolation end?
  • You are cleared by Human Resources to return to campus.
  • A minimum of 5 days have passed since the onset of symptoms.
    • Your symptoms have significantly improved, and you have been fever free for 24 hours (without the use of fever reducing medication).
  • You test negative for COVID-19.

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