COVID-19 Information for Businesses

Ensuring a safe workplace is crucial to preventing the spread of COVID-19. The Public Health Branch has provided tools to support workplaces in creating a safe environment. California enacted legislation AB 685 to put infection prevention regulations in place related to COVID-19. This involves informing the Public Health Branch when 3 or more positive cases occur within a 14-day period. Additional information can be found via the resources below. 

Click the link below to Opt In or Notify Tulare County Public Health. 

California School and Shared Portal for Outbreak Tracking (SPOT)

The links below are for workplace tools related to guidance and contact tracing.

Tulare County Public Health: Reporting Outbreaks to Tulare County Public Health
Tulare County Public Health: Reporting Outbreaks to Tulare County Public Health

CalOSHA requirements for employers to report to the local Public Health Branch when three people have tested positive AND were at work during their high-exposure period. 

Tulare County Public Health: Employer Engagement
Tulare County Public Health: Employer Engagement

A process has been created for notifying the health branch of an outbreak* occurring in your facility; find  more information on this page. 
 

CA Assembly Bill (AB) 685: Enhanced Enforcement and Employer Reporting Requirements
CA Assembly Bill (AB) 685: Enhanced Enforcement and Employer Reporting Requirements

California AB 685 Enhanced Enforcement and Employer Reporting Requirements. 

CA for All: Information on Contact Tracing
CA for All: Information on Contact Tracing

On this page you will find more information on contact tracing from California for All. 


Agency News

Tulare County Selects New Public Health Officer

Tulare County Selects New Public Health Officer

On February 11, 2025, the Tulare County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to appoint Dr. Asma Tariq to the position of County Health Officer, effective May 4, 2025. Dr. Tariq fills the position that has been vacant since Dr. Karen Haught retired in 2023.

New Area Code, New Dialing Procedure

New Area Code, New Dialing Procedure

The California Public Utilities Commission is adding a new area code, 357, to the areas using the 559 area code. Starting February 26, 2025, local calls will require dialing 1 + area code + phone number (1 +10 digits). You can still dial just 3 digits for 911, 988, and other services like 211, 311, 411, 511, 611, 711, or 811 if available