DIAM: COVID Weekly Case Count (Oct. 2-9, 2020)
DIAM Positive Diagnoses
This week, we learned of three associates from our Southfield campus who tested positive for COVID-19.
Case 1: We were notified of this positive diagnosis on Oct. 5. The associate worked in the TTS area and their last date onsite was Oct. 2. We have cleaned and sanitized the area where this associate worked according to CDC guidelines. All associates who were identified as in close contact with this individual were notified and are following company policy prior to returning to work. Due to the nature of their work, it was difficult to keep six feet of distance between associates. We are working with this department to strengthen safety protocols.
Case 2: We were notified of this positive diagnosis on Oct. 6. This associate has not been onsite since July 28, so there is no need for cleaning and sanitizing.
Case 3: We were notified of this positive diagnosis on Oct. 8. The associate has been working remotely since March, so there is no need for cleaning and sanitizing
We ask that you respect confidentiality, even if you believe you know who these associates are. Please join us in wishing for their quick recovery.
NA Region Cases
This week, we have confirmed that five (5) associates contracted the virus at work in Mexico. This is related to the situation we shared with you three weeks ago, where several associates worked in close proximity for a prolonged period of time. We have reinforced the necessary safety measures that all associates need to follow while at work.
From Oct. 2-Oct. 9, we have had 55 new positive COVID-19 diagnoses at DENSO affiliates in North America. That brings our total to 732 positive diagnoses across the region.
| Country | Total Positive Diagnosis | Number of Deaths | Exposed in Community | Exposed at DENSO | Unable to Determine | Under Investigation |
| US | 283 | 1 | 277 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| MX | 449 | 1 | 425 | 11 | 11 | 2 |
| CN | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| NA TOTALS | 732 | 2 | 702 | 11 | 17 | 2 |
- Exposed in Community – transmission attributed to community or home
- Exposed at DENSO – transmission attributed to DENSO site contact
- Unable to Determine – cannot confidently determine the source of exposure after thorough investigation (may have been exposed inside or outside of work)
- Under Investigation – investigation is on-going both internally as well as with County health departments
Important Reminders:
If you have COVID-19 symptoms:
- Do not come to any DIAM campus
- Inform your manager or chain of command
- If you have been at a DIAM campus in the last seven (7) days, send a note to covid@na.denso.com and include:
- dates symptoms started
- date of last day onsite
- Someone will follow up with you to gather additional information.
If you’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19:
- Do not come to any DIAM campus
- Inform your manager or chain of command
- You or your manager needs to send an email to covid@na.denso.com with this information:
- date symptoms started
- date of last day onsite
- date of COVID-19 test results
- Someone will follow up with you to gather additional information.
5 Core Actions for Risk Minimization:
- Monitor your health: Check your temperature regularly, stay home and quarantine when you’re feeling sick
- Social distance: Steer clear of crowds and confined spaces. Keep 6 feet distance to avoid close contact with others.
- Wear a face covering: When going out in public or seeing others outside your home, properly cover your nose and mouth with a face covering.
- Disinfect: Start and finish with a clean work area. In the home, frequently clean commonly used areas, surfaces, light switches, door handles, etc.
- Wash and sanitize hands frequently: Wash with soap and water for 20 seconds frequently throughout the day.