Free flu preparedness seminar for local businesses

September 15, 2009 
 
Federal officials said today that small business owners should be prepared to operate with fewer employees this fall as H1N1 spreads across the country. A guidebook released by the Department of Homeland Security recommends small businesses identify their essential operations and have plans for operating with reduced staffing.

St. Luke’s Work Well Solutions is offering a free seminar to educate and prepare local businesses about H1N1. Troy Overholt, RN, MBA, COHN-S, St. Luke’s Work Well Solutions director will present the information.

In addition resources for pandemic preparedness will be provided as well as information on:

· Vaccination programs

· Seasonal flu programs as they relate to H1N1

· Contingency planning starting points

· Planning considerations

· This seminar is ideal for individuals responsible for Human Resources, Incident Response, Health, Safety and Environment

What: Preparing your business and employees for H1N1

When: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 8-10:30 a.m.

Where: Kirkwood Center for Continuing Education, 7725 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids

How: Registration is required, please call 319/369-8883. Seating is limited.