Maybe At this time, vaccinations are not required at Mercury but you are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated. Vaccines are the best way to protect you, your family and your fellow Mercury teammates. As you may have heard, there are new federal and state regulations being created. These regulations would
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Q34 – Now that I am fully vaccinated, do I still need to wear a face covering at work?
No. Fully vaccinated team members no longer need to wear a face covering or social distance while at Mercury. Per the CDC guidelines, you are considered fully vaccinated: 2 weeks after your second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or 2 weeks after a
Q23 – Should I cover my face at work?
It depends. If you are fully vaccinated, you do NOT need to cover your face at Mercury. If you are NOT fully vaccinated, the CDC and Massachusetts advise you to wear a face covering.
Q24 – I have been travelling out of the country, can I come into Mercury as soon as I return?
No. Please do not return to Mercury immediately after returning to the US from another country… even if you feel fine. Mercury requires you to follow the CDC guidelines for international travel which depend on whether or not you are fully vaccinated. The full CDC guidelines can be found here.
Q31 – What should I do after travelling out of state?
Mercury continues to follow the Massachusetts guidelines in responding to COVID-19. This includes guidelines for travel to and from Massachusetts. On March 22nd, 2021, Massachusetts replaced the MA Travel Order with a Travel Advisory. The Travel Advisory states that all visitors and returning residents entering Massachusetts are advised to quarantine for 10 days upon
Q08 – What will happen if a Mercury team member tests positive for COVID-19?
Mercury’s planned response is based on the guidelines provided by the CDC, OSHA, and other experts. The key parts of the plan are: We will notify you if a Mercury team member tests positive for COVID-19 In compliance with privacy laws, Mercury will NOT provide the affected team member’s name. (Unless the team member authorizes Mercury to do so) The affected team member’s home zone will
Q06 – If I have been home sick, when can I return to work?
If you have been sick, it is important that you don’t put your fellow team members and their families at risk. If you are NOT fully vaccinated, you MUST NOT return to Mercury until you are cleared to do so. If you ARE fully vaccinated, you may be able to return
Q33 – What if I don’t feel well after my vaccination and have to stay home. Will I be paid?
Yes. If you need to stay home due to any side effects from the Covid-19 vaccine, you are eligible for additional paid time off. After receiving the vaccine, you may have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. These side effects may affect your
Q32 – Can I get paid time off to go to my vaccination appointment?
Yes. If your vaccination appointment is scheduled during working hours, you are eligible to receive additional paid time off. This will allow you to get your vaccination without losing pay. This applies to both appointments if you receive a two-dose vaccine. Getting vaccinated is a great way to protect yourself,
Q25 – Am I eligible for unemployment benefits?
It depends. Because Mercury is open and there is work available, you are generally not eligible for regular Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits. Depending on your unique situation, you may be eligible for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) benefits. An overview of the different programs can be found here. The full details of the various unemployment programs and benefits continue to change and evolve. Eligibility for unemployment is unique to your own individual situation