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  • Epidemiology
  • Infectious Disease Control

Background:

  • Controlling the spread of COVID-19 necessitates rapid and comprehensive contact tracing.
  • Jurisdictions require scalable contact tracing capacity to manage outbreaks effectively.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the early experiences and strategies employed by San Francisco in expanding its COVID-19 contact tracing capabilities.
  • To outline key components and best practices for establishing a robust contact tracing program.

Main Methods:

  • Rapid expansion of the COVID-19 contact tracing workforce.
  • Implementation of a comprehensive training and onboarding program.
  • Establishment of effective performance management metrics.

Main Results:

  • San Francisco successfully scaled its contact tracing capacity in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Key prerequisites for scaling included workforce expansion, thorough training, and performance management.

Conclusions:

  • The San Francisco model emphasizes rigorous training, inclusive recruitment, and community partnerships.
  • This inclusive approach to contact tracing is adaptable and relevant for other jurisdictions and settings.