Workplace Safety Agency Proposes Permanent COVID-19 Rules

Oregon’s Occupational Safety and Health Division is proposing permanent rules intended to stop the spread of COVID-19 in workplaces by requiring employers to institute a set of risk-reduction measures. The rules would require that employers ensure all people in the workplace maintain 6 feet of separation unless it can be shown it is not feasible for some activities. Employers would also be required to ensure that employees, part-time workers and customers wear a mask, face covering or face shield in line with the Oregon Health Authority’s statewide guidance. Employers would ...