From 1682ffff1d16d2a2d59dfcf29887a478e895d7f0 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Andre Henriques Date: Mon, 30 Nov 2020 10:07:29 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] update-report-disclaimer-text --- cara/apps/calculator/templates/report.html.j2 | 10 +++++----- 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+), 5 deletions(-) diff --git a/cara/apps/calculator/templates/report.html.j2 b/cara/apps/calculator/templates/report.html.j2 index 3701f2e2..e24f7cd4 100644 --- a/cara/apps/calculator/templates/report.html.j2 +++ b/cara/apps/calculator/templates/report.html.j2 @@ -171,11 +171,11 @@


Disclaimer:

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The risk assessment tool simulates the long range airborne spread SARS-CoV-2 virus in a finite volume, assuming a homogenous mixture, and estimates the risk of COVID-19 infection thereto. The results DO NOT include short-range airborne exposure (where the physical distance plays a factor) nor the other know modes of transmission of SARS-CoV-2. Hence, this model implies that proper physical distancing, good hand hygiene and other barrier measures are ensured.

- It is based on current scientific data and can be used to measures the effectiveness of different mitigation measures.

- Note that this model is based on a deterministic approach, i.e., at least one person is infected and shedding viruses into the volume. Nonetheless, it is also important to understand that the absolute risk of infection is uncertain as it will depend on the probability that someone infected attends the event. The model is mostly useful to compare the impact and effectiveness of mitigation measures such as ventilation, filtration, exposure time, activity and the size of the room on long-range airborne transmission of COVID-19 in indoor settings.

- This application is meant for informative and educational purposes. The user can be able to adapt different settings and measure the relative impact on the estimated infection probabilities to allow for a targeted decision making and investment. The user should acknowledge that until the virus is in circulation among the population, the notion of 'zero risk' or a 'completely safe scenario' does not exist. Each event is unique and the results are as accurate as the inputs. The app is based on our scientific understanding of infectious diseases transmission, exposure and aerosol science as of November 2020.

- We do not assume responsibility for any injury or damage to persons or property arising out of or related to any use of this app.

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The risk assessment tool simulates the long-range airborne spread SARS-CoV-2 virus in a finite volume, assuming a homogenous mixture, and estimates the risk of COVID-19 infection therein. The results DO NOT include short-range airborne exposure (where the physical distance plays a factor) nor the other known modes of SARS-CoV-2 transmission. Hence, the output from this model is only valid when the other recommended public health & safety instructions are observed, such as adequate physical distancing, good hand hygiene and other barrier measures.

+ The model used is based on scientific publications relating to airborne transmission of infectious diseases, dose-response exposures and aerosol science, as of December 2020 . It can be used to compare the effectiveness of different airborne-related risk mitigation measures.

+ Note that this model applies a deterministic approach, i.e., it is assumed at least one person is infected and shedding viruses into the simulated volume. Nonetheless, it is also important to understand that the absolute risk of infection is uncertain, as it will depend on the probability that someone infected attends the event. The model is most useful for comparing the impact and effectiveness of different mitigation measures such as ventilation, filtration, exposure time, physical activity and the size of the room, only considering long-range airborne transmission of COVID-19 in indoor settings.

+ This tool is designed to be informative, allowing the user to adapt different settings and model the relative impact on the estimated infection probabilities. The objective is to facilitate targeted decision-making and investment through comparisons, rather than a singular determination of absolute risk. While the SARS-CoV-2 virus is in circulation among the population, the notion of 'zero risk' or a 'completely safe scenario' does not exist. Each event modelled is unique and the results generated therein are only as accurate as the inputs and assumptions.

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