NASCSP Resources on COVID
- NASCSP Weatherization Q & A (Updated 4-2-20)
Safety Considerations
- Disclaimer: The resources on this page are only samples and must be modified for the specific conditions and guidance in each state and local jurisdiction. NASCSP does not endorse or recommend going into homes until it is safe to do so.
- COVID Considerations for Fieldwork (Updated June 18, 2020 - NASCSP)
- Blog Post: Blower Doors and COVID-19 (June 22,2020)
- Webinar: "Managing WAP Safety" 4/23/20 - Slides | Recording
- CAPLAW-Building Readiness: Reopening Our Doors-
- COVID-19: Workplace Safety Course from the EnergySmart Academy, a WAP training center in New Mexico
- COVID-19 Related Checklists for Workplace Safety – Developed by the Energy Smart Academy and Santa Fe Community College, with support from the Building Performance Association, these checklists will help you identify best practices for safety and health-informed work protocols.
- State Sample: Wyoming
- State Sample: Vermont
- State Sample: Utah
- Sustainable Performance of Healthy & Efficient Residential Environments (SPHERE)
- National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
- OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
- Potential screening tools for workers and clients
- Emory University- "Check your risk for COVID-19"
- Check your state Department of Health website as many have developed online tools.
Other Resources
- Strategies & Tips for Continuing Operations During Suspended Production– This document has suggested activities for crew members, tips about uses of T&TA funds, as well as additional meeting and project ideas during suspended WAP production.
- Weatherization Online Training Opportunities (Excel)- Compiled by DOE and the WAP Trainers Consortium
- WAP Administrative Training Online Modules | Other DOE online trainings
- BPA Virtual Conference
- Additional Online Training Opportunities (Excel, compiled by BPA)
- COVID Resources for Contractors-A new resource from the DOE EERE Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program containing a summary of the relief available from the U.S. Small Business Administration and other resources for Home Performance Contractors.
- LIHEAP Resources
- State CSBG Cares Spend Down Survey Summary(May 2021)
- State CSBG CARES Spend Down Survey Summary (January, 2021)
- CARES Act State Plan (July 22, 2020)
- NASCSP CSBG Q & A (Updated 8-19-20)
- CSBG Eligibility Considerations- This one-pager provides information about the provisions in the CARES Act that allow for expanded CSBG eligibility, as well as considerations for states who are crafting policies around eligibility.
- CARES Community Action Plan Template- This streamlined Community Action Plan template can be utilized to collect required information for CARES Supplemental funds. This template can be modified to meet the needs of your state. States can utilize their existing targeting and budget templates, along with any other required attachments to accompany this template.
- CSBG Supplemental Quick Info– This is meant to help explain the supplemental for leadership or those in the state office who are not familiar with CSBG and its requirements.
- CSBG Infographics- These fifteen infographics use CSBG Data to tell the story of CSBG. NASCSP has created one specifically related to COVID-19 and will be developing additional infographics on this topic.
- Governors and Taking the Lead on Addressing Poverty with the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) – This issue brief, created by NASCSP and the National Governor’s Association (NGA), clearly explains the structure of CSBG, its robust accountability measures, and the impact CSBG has in our communities. The brief will serve as a useful resources for governors and their human services policy advisors.
- Needs Assessments, Emergency Procedures, CAP Plans, etc.- Samples are available to members only. Please note that you must be logged into the Member Portal to view these documents.
- NASCSP Weatherization Q & A (Updated 4-2-20)
Safety Considerations
- Disclaimer: The resources on this page are only samples and must be modified for the specific conditions and guidance in each state and local jurisdiction. NASCSP does not endorse or recommend going into homes until it is safe to do so.
- COVID Considerations for Fieldwork (Updated June 18, 2020 - NASCSP)
- Blog Post: Blower Doors and COVID-19 (June 22,2020)
- Webinar: "Managing WAP Safety" 4/23/20 - Slides | Recording
- CAPLAW-Building Readiness: Reopening Our Doors-
- COVID-19: Workplace Safety Course from the EnergySmart Academy, a WAP training center in New Mexico
- COVID-19 Related Checklists for Workplace Safety – Developed by the Energy Smart Academy and Santa Fe Community College, with support from the Building Performance Association, these checklists will help you identify best practices for safety and health-informed work protocols.
- State Sample: Wyoming
- State Sample: Vermont
- State Sample: Utah
- Sustainable Performance of Healthy & Efficient Residential Environments (SPHERE)
- National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
- OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
- Potential screening tools for workers and clients
- Emory University- "Check your risk for COVID-19"
- Check your state Department of Health website as many have developed online tools.
Other Resources
- Strategies & Tips for Continuing Operations During Suspended Production– This document has suggested activities for crew members, tips about uses of T&TA funds, as well as additional meeting and project ideas during suspended WAP production.
- Weatherization Online Training Opportunities (Excel)- Compiled by DOE and the WAP Trainers Consortium
- WAP Administrative Training Online Modules | Other DOE online trainings
- BPA Virtual Conference
- Additional Online Training Opportunities (Excel, compiled by BPA)
- COVID Resources for Contractors-A new resource from the DOE EERE Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program containing a summary of the relief available from the U.S. Small Business Administration and other resources for Home Performance Contractors.
- LIHEAP Resources
- State CSBG Cares Spend Down Survey Summary(May 2021)
- State CSBG CARES Spend Down Survey Summary (January, 2021)
- CARES Act State Plan (July 22, 2020)
- NASCSP CSBG Q & A (Updated 8-19-20)
- CSBG Eligibility Considerations- This one-pager provides information about the provisions in the CARES Act that allow for expanded CSBG eligibility, as well as considerations for states who are crafting policies around eligibility.
- CARES Community Action Plan Template- This streamlined Community Action Plan template can be utilized to collect required information for CARES Supplemental funds. This template can be modified to meet the needs of your state. States can utilize their existing targeting and budget templates, along with any other required attachments to accompany this template.
- CSBG Supplemental Quick Info– This is meant to help explain the supplemental for leadership or those in the state office who are not familiar with CSBG and its requirements.
- CSBG Infographics- These fifteen infographics use CSBG Data to tell the story of CSBG. NASCSP has created one specifically related to COVID-19 and will be developing additional infographics on this topic.
- Governors and Taking the Lead on Addressing Poverty with the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) – This issue brief, created by NASCSP and the National Governor’s Association (NGA), clearly explains the structure of CSBG, its robust accountability measures, and the impact CSBG has in our communities. The brief will serve as a useful resources for governors and their human services policy advisors.
- Needs Assessments, Emergency Procedures, CAP Plans, etc.- Samples are available to members only. Please note that you must be logged into the Member Portal to view these documents.
