Attachment II - VHA Directive 1192-01.pdf

This document is a Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Directive establishing a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination program for VHA health care personnel (HCP). The directive, issued on August 10, 2020, requires all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Health care personnel who do not comply may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service.

Key requirements include: HCP must be vaccinated or request an exemption by November 30 each year, complete a Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccination Form (VA Form 10-9050), and wear a face mask if unvaccinated. The directive applies to all VHA employees, volunteers, trainees, and contractors working in VA medical facilities, including clinical and non-clinical staff. The policy is based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and aims to reduce influenza transmission among health care workers, patients, and veterans, with the goal of maintaining a healthy workforce and protecting patient safety.