Environmental, Safety and Health, and Transportation Curricula     Environmental, Safety & Health, and Transportation     Safety and Health

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Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that commonly occur in humans and animals. Most coronaviruses cause mild to moderate upper respiratory tract illnesses similar to the common cold and flu, and sometimes lower respiratory tract illnesses, such as pneumonia or bronchitis. Most people will experience a type of common human coronavirus in their lifetime. Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is the human body's reaction to the strain of novel virus known as SARS-CoV-2. In this topic, you'll learn what COVID-19 is, who is at the highest risk of contracting it, how it's transmitted, signs and symptoms, and precautions you should take to prevent and treat it.
The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

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Objectives
COVID-19 identify those at a higher risk than the general population for contracting COVID-19 identify precautions to take to protect yourself and others