What is the geographic area affected by the Washington, DC Area Dismissal and Closure Procedures?

This dismissal procedure applies to NIH employees with worksites located inside the Washington Capital Beltway and all NIH facilities in Montgomery County.

Related Dismissal and Closures FAQs

  1. If Federal offices are closed on my regular AWS day off, am I entitled to an additional “in lieu of day off?”
  2. If Federal offices are closed for an extended period of time, may I be recalled to work if I am designated as a Tier III non-emergency employee?
  3. If I am a Tier III non-emergency employee who is not on a written telework agreement, will I be granted excused absence when my worksite is closed and I am prevented from working due to the emergency?
  4. If OPM announces an early or immediate departure, may I leave my worksite prior to the announced departure time?
  5. Will I receive additional pay or paid time off if I am required to report to my worksite or telework during my regular tour of duty on a day when Federal offices are closed (or when other employees are authorized a delayed arrival or an early departure)?
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