Message from The Islamic Shura Council of Southern California

As most of you are aware, the State of California has released guidelines for the reopening of places of worship by way of a 13-page document.

Shura Council, alongside a pool of experts, has reviewed the document and condensed it to this easy-to-read document titled “Guidance on Reopening Mosques”. Our document includes a memo on the first page followed by 4 pages of specific guidance on how to safely open, concluding with a one-page checklist.

While we all wish to open our masajid as soon as possible, it must be done as safely as possible. We must prepare our centers and community properly before opening and ensure that all preparations are made.

Before reopening, all facilities must:

• Perform a detailed risk assessment and implement a site-specific protection plan.
• Train employees on how to limit the spread of COVID-19, including how to screen themselves for symptoms and stay home if they have them.
• Implement individual control measures and screenings.
• Implement disinfecting protocols.
• Implement physical distancing guidelines.