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GRATEFUL

5/14/2020

We are grateful that we can continue to manufacture and ship all over the country, providing the essential services needed while most people stay at home.

This crisis affects us all, but it does not affect us all equally. We must recognize this and help those who are truly struggling. For those of us who still have jobs, we don’t need a check. It’s the people suddenly left without a job who need a check — not a one-time thing, but an every-week thing.

Small businesses are the lifeblood of our country’s economy. Small businesses generate almost half of all the economic activity in the U.S. We are #toosmalltofail because we are too important. Money that goes to a small business stays within the local community. The same cannot be said for large corporations or chains. Give us the ability to keep our communities going, because that’s all we want to do.

We are grateful that we can help our clients manufacture their PPE - which are so much needed by health workers.

STAY SAFE & HEALTHY • STAY 6 FEET AWAY

5/12/2020

For over 75+ years, whatever challenges New York, New Yorkers, New Jersey, and the country as a whole have weathered, our minority women owned small business company has weathered them with you and because of you. It is one of our deepest joys and highest obligations to be a bedrock of continuity for our community. We will get through this too because we plan on being here for you for another 75+ years.

Stay Safe and Healthy. Please practice hand-washing and social distancing, and check out CDC, FEMA, EPA, and FDA resources among others for adapting to these times.

Mac R. Haddad, 4th Generation Employee
Vice-President of Sales and Merchandising

COVID-19 Isolation: Tips to Keep You Mentally Healthy

5/5/2020

Isolation is stressful and can hurt your mental health. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, many of us are isolated and alone. That’s in addition to dealing with anxiety about your health and the health of your loved ones.
These tips can help you maintain and even enhance your mental health when you are isolated because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to Stay Mentally Healthy If You’re IsolatedHere are three helpful tips to deal with COVID-19 isolation.

Create new routines. Routines are key for mental health and wellbeing, yet this coronavirus disruption has thrown off so many of our ordinary, predictable routines. Stay balanced by creating new routines for you and your family. Set and keep a regular sleep/wake schedule. Establish times for work and schoolwork as well as for downtime.
...But avoid being rigid. Now, more than ever, the ability to be flexible is important as rules and regulations change almost daily. Be willing to adjust your routine as you go.
Establish new healthy habits. Regular physical exercise and healthy eating are crucial. If you can’t continue your ordinary activities, create new ones at home. YouTube is a great source for free exercise videos. Also, it’s still okay to step outside for a walk. Getting out of the house for a 30-minute walk provides a great mental health boost.

Use these tips to keep your days—and your mood—balanced for optimum mental health during the COVID-19 isolation.
Related Articles Dealing with Mental Health Tips, Coronavirus

Source: HealthyPlace.com

SOCIAL DISTANCING

4/28/2020

Social Distancing 6 feet apart

At Exacta, we work hard to keep up to date with the news and new regulations in order to continue to work safely. We have CDC educational posters both in English and in other languages everywhere in the warehouse, and continue to discuss continuously about Coronavirus COVID-19 with our staff. They are required to wear masks, and when needed, gloves. We have put markers on the floor every 6 feet - for social distancing.

Doing our part to contribute to social distancing at this time is simply the right and necessary thing to do. It is not, however, easy. The impact that this has on our whole community (family, staff, customers, suppliers, neighbors) has weighed on every aspect of our deliberations. We continue to monitor the situation day by day, week to week.

In addition, our staff is required to take breaks every hour to wash their hands (they wash their hands more when needed). Staff continue to walk around the warehouse to disinfect surfaces, light switches, phones, tables, bathrooms, and the break room, among other areas. We use cleaning agents recommended by the EPA (and the CDC), that contain bleach, Clorox based products, alcohol, and/or any other cleaning agent that is effective in killing the virus.

The break room has been modified - there are 8 tables (each table is 8 ft x 3.5 ft) with 8 places in each table. Only 2 employees are permitted to have lunch at the same time in one table - and they are seated at least 7 ft apart.

We will continue to keep updated, and follow new CDC guidelines, and new OSHA regulations for the safety of our clients, staff, families, and our community.

NON MEDICAL MASKS

4/15/2020

Exacta Garment is proud to be cutting, manufacturing and delivering ahead of time non medical masks, - much needed in this pandemic. We are grateful to our customers for choosing us for their important project.

We hope that you are staying safe, and keep washing your hands!!

Stay Calm and Carry On

3/25/2020

Tips to lower your anxiety level during the Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic:

1. Educate yourself
Despite coronavirus being highly infectious, the mortality rate outside of China is 0.2% (compared to SARS which was about 10%.) Every year 60,000 people die of ordinary influenza and very few people outside of Wuhan province who have contracted coronavirus have died outside of the elderly and those with pre-existing conditions. Of the 45 people who’ve contracted coronavirus in Singapore, seven have already been discharged from hospital (with more headed home soon.) So yes, be careful, wash your hands, up your hygiene, and stay home if you’re feeling unwell but you don’t have to cancel your life.

2. Avoid fear-mongers
Fear fuels fear. Just as you try to minimize exposure to viruses, you also need to minimize exposure to people who fuel stress.

3. Focus on what strengthens you, and stay as calm as possible

4. Double down on empowering rituals and practices
Exercise. Eat well. Get sleep. Meditate. Journal. Get out in nature. Prioritize your schedule. Do more of whatever activities recenter, recharge and reset your headspace.

5. Get on with your life as it encourages others to get on with theirs. Take sensible precautions, and then get on with your life.
Just as fear is contagious, so too is courage.

You are brave. You can do it. You have the courage.

keep calm and carry on

WHO, FIFA launch joint campaign to equip football community to tackle Coronavirus | COVID-19

3/23/2020

Pass the message: Five steps to kicking out coronavirus

FIFA, the international governing body of football, and the World Health Organization (WHO) have teamed up to combat the coronavirus (COVID-19) by launching a new awareness campaign led by world-renowned footballers, who are calling on all people around the world to follow five key steps to stop the spread of the disease.
The “Pass the message to kick out coronavirus” campaign promotes five key steps for people to follow to protect their health in line with WHO guidance, focused on

hand washing,
coughing etiquette,
not touching your face,
physical distance, and
staying home if feeling unwell.

EPA’s Registered Antimicrobial Products for Use Against Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the Cause of COVID-19

3/13/2020

The Who (World Health Organization), after much hesitation, just declared SAR-COV2 - COVID -19 Coronavirus a pandemic.

UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460
OFFICE OF CHEMICAL SAFETY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION

List N: Date: 03/03/2020: EPA’s Registered Antimicrobial Products for Use Against Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the Cause of COVID-19

Source: US Environmental Protection Agency

COVID-19 | Coronavirus | Exacta Garment Update

3/12/2020

Dear Clients,
Given the presence of COVID-19, we would like to update everyone on the steps the staff is taking to disinfect the common areas of the warehouse:

Staff is wiping down all door handles, light switches, countertops, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks with Clorox wipes and/or alcohol wipes a minimum of twice a day. If surfaces are dirty, they are being cleaned according to the CDC guidelines, using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.

The warehouse is being sprayed with Lysol
We have ordered hand sanitizers which should be delivered this week. All outside contractors, deliverymen, and clients will be instructed to use them.

Options to disinfect include:

Diluting bleach.
To make a bleach solution, mix:
- 5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water, or
- 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water
We follow manufacturer’s instructions for application and proper ventilation. Unexpired bleach is effective against coronaviruses when properly diluted.
Alcohol solutions (with at least 70% alcohol).

As more information becomes available, we will notify you. If you have concerns or questions, please feel free to contact Esther Haddad directly.

COVID-19 | Coronavirus | Managing your Mental and Physical Health

3/12/2020

In times of crisis, it is important to manage your Mental and Physical Health.

First, and most importantly, you need to take care of your own health. Stay hydrated, eat healthy foods, get sleep, and maintain, to the best of your ability, your own personal self-care practices. This is key to wellness.

We know that the news about this health emergency can feel overwhelming and stressful. It’s important to remain informed and aware, but also to manage your stress and anxiety. Here are a few tips and practices:

Try to avoid speculation and look up reputable sources on the outbreak.

Take breaks from your news consumption: With smartphone apps, push notifications, and 24/7 news coverage, there is a tremendous amount of information available at all times. It's ok to take breaks.
Be cognizant of your social media use: Social media can intensify the effects that you feel from news and information overload. The seemingly endless stream of information can make it difficult to shift your focus. Give yourself a mental break.
Practice good stress management: Consistent and sound stress management practices can be an easy and effective way to mitigate news anxiety. Be sure to stick with practices that work for you.

Source: Mental Health Organisation

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