Agreed. We touched on this very briefly in the preprint, and I think it’s worth considering seriously. In a scenario where your family, friends, and loved ones are in danger, it becomes really difficult to choose to continue working — either effectively or at all. It’s important for researchers and policymakers to understand that making response plans work will require doing everything possible to make sure people are protected and that they actually feel safe. This includes robust mental health programs and communication plans, and is particularly important for any scenarios with on-site worker housing.
Agreed. We touched on this very briefly in the preprint, and I think it’s worth considering seriously. In a scenario where your family, friends, and loved ones are in danger, it becomes really difficult to choose to continue working — either effectively or at all. It’s important for researchers and policymakers to understand that making response plans work will require doing everything possible to make sure people are protected and that they actually feel safe. This includes robust mental health programs and communication plans, and is particularly important for any scenarios with on-site worker housing.