The Northern Virginia Association of Realtors® considers the health and safety of our members and employees our top priority. With the increased concern around COVID-19, commonly referred to as coronavirus, we want to offer the following information.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that most people in the U.S. do not have an immediate risk of exposure to the virus. However, the situation is rapidly evolving. You can access up-to-date information about the current impact of the virus in the U.S. by visiting the CDC’s website.
Steps Taken by NVAR:
NVAR has increased the level of safety by disinfecting common surfaces more frequently with CDC recommended cleaning products.
NVAR is providing additional hand sanitizers and antibacterial wipes throughout our facilities.
NVAR will refund any registration fees you may have incurred for our classes or events if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms or have concerns over the safety of our programs.
NVAR requests that if you have recently traveled to a country or location with reported outbreaks, or have been in close contact with someone who has traveled to such a location, please refrain from attending classes and events until confirming that you do not show symptoms.
Individual Best Practices:
The same preventative measures recommended to prevent influenza are also effective in reducing the risk of contracting or spreading coronavirus. These measures include:
Staying home if you have a fever, cough, shortness of breath or any other cold or flu-like symptom.
Washing your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water aren't available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoiding touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoiding close contact with anyone who is sick.
Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces.
Covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, or cough or sneeze into your sleeve.
Learn more:
For information specific to your real estate business, please see
NAR’s guide for Realtors®.
For the most current information about coronavirus, please visit the CDC’s website.
Sincerely,
Ryan Conrad, CAE, CIPS, RCE, e-Pro
NVAR Chief Executive Officer