Early Experiences with COVID-19 at Border Patrol Stations and OFO Ports of Entry
Inspection / Evaluation · Department of Homeland Security OIG · 2020-09-04 · about Department of Homeland Security
Report
Title
Early Experiences with COVID-19 at Border Patrol Stations and OFO Ports of Entry
Submitting OIG
Department of Homeland Security OIG
Component agency
Department of Homeland Security
Type
Inspection / Evaluation
Publication date
2020-09-04
Summary
o We surveyed staff at Border Patrol stations and OFO ports of entry from April 22, 2020 to May 1, 2020. The 136 Border Patrol stations and 307 OFO ports of entry that responded to our survey described various actions they have taken to prevent and mitigate the pandemic’s spread among travelers, detained individuals, and staff. These actions include increased cleaning and disinfecting of common areas, and having personal protective equipment for staff, as well as supplies available to those individuals with whom they come into contact.