Safety Protocols

Think Wild COVID-19 Safety Protocols

Think Wild is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace for staff, volunteers and program participants. Our facility ensures a high level of cleanliness and strict adherence to biosecurity protocols due to the nature of our work with wild animals. – Updated 01/10/21

We follow the COVID-19 specific protocols in alignment with recommendations by the CDC:

Vaccination Requirement

  • Staff are required to be fully-vaccinated unless Think Wild is provided proof of medical exemption.
  • In-person volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated unless Think Wild is provided proof of medical exemption.
  • Think Wild requires visible proof of vaccination on first day of volunteer shift, to be signed off by appropriate Think Wild staff.

COVID-19 Positive Test and Exposure Guidelines

Biosecurity Measures

  • Masks are required at all times while at Think Wild (mask must be worn with face shields).
  • Staff and volunteers maintain 6-foot distance when possible (exceptions include during animal intake exams and procedures).
  • All surfaces are disinfected with Rescue daily and after every animal procedure.
  • No more than eight people may be in the Think Wild wildlife hospital at one time.
  • Staff and volunteers must wear proper PPE as specified in PPE guidelines during animal procedures.
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