OSHA Offers Guidance for Preparing Workplaces for Coronavirus

Monday, March 16, 2020 | 0

The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration published a document to help companies respond to coronavirus in the workplace.

The 35-page “Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19” provides what OSHA calls practical guidance to stop the spread of novel coronavirus. It includes information on safe work practices and appropriate personal protective equipment, based on the risk level of exposure.

This guidance is part of the Department of Labor’s ongoing efforts to educate the workers and employers about the COVID-19 outbreak.

In addition to the guidance, OSHA recently launched a COVID-19 webpage providing infection prevention information specifically for workers and employers. The agency said it is also actively reviewing and responding to any complaints regarding workplace protection from novel coronavirus, as well as conducting outreach activities.

The Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs has also published guidance for federal employees and outlines Federal Employees’ Compensation Act coverage as it relates to the novel coronavirus.