FEMA may only fund air disinfection, in cases where Applicants implemented a layered approach. The Applicant substantiated through documentation that it implemented a layered approach with sanitation, disinfectants, and PPE for staff. FEMA may approve UVGI specifically as an air disinfection method if it was installed based on CDC recommendations. The Applicant purchased and installed UVGI bulbs in HVAC systems due to insufficient natural ventilation in its facilities which is based on CDC recommendations.

FEMA finds the Applicant has substantiated that the purchase and installation of UVGI bulbs is an eligible emergency protective measure in response to COVID-19. Therefore, the appeal is granted in the amount of $13,985.00.

Stafford Act §§403, 502. 44 C.F.R. §§206.223 (a)(1), 206.225(a)(3)(i). PAPPG, at 19, 57. O&O Policy at 4-5, Air Disinfection Memorandum, at 1-2.