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To view or print the PDF checklist version click here!<\/a><\/span><\/h1>\n

As state, local, and municipal governments take steps to re-open businesses across the country, employers must take a fresh look at their physical workspace, their workplace practices, and their communication and training of employees in order to prohibit the spread of the coronavirus and to protect their employees and clients to keep them safe.<\/p>\n

Below is a checklist for employers to consider when planning to reopen, or for those businesses who have remained open under an \u201cessential business\u201d classification. This checklist serves to provide some ideas, resources, and reminders on how to improve the level of safety and protection in your workplace.<\/p>\n

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A few things to highlight:<\/p>\n

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  1. If employees can work from home, allow them to continue to telecommute as social distancing and safe hygiene are still the only way to prohibit the spread of the disease.<\/li>\n
  2. Social distancing, use of PPE, proper disinfecting, and proper training are the keys to maintaining a safe workplace.<\/li>\n
  3. Experts\u2019 understanding of COVID-19 is quickly evolving. From the symptoms of COVID-19 and the CDC\u2019s recommendations to government orders on social distancing, PPE use, and workplace closures \u2013 information is constantly being updated.\u00a0 Employers should identify all of the resources necessary on the federal (DOL, CDC, EPA, OSHA, EEOC), state, municipal, and local levels (health departments, law enforcement, executive offices) in order to keep track of the virus\u2019 impact and their obligations as employers maintaining safe workplaces within their communities.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    As you can see, some of these tasks are regulatory and technical and some are inspirational, including leading by example while in your workplace.\u00a0 While returning to work during a global health pandemic is frightening and uncertain, your commitment to safety, communication, and compassion will ensure your workplace and your workers remain productive, healthy, and well.<\/p>\n

    Should you need any assistance or advice as you manage your workplace in the midst of the coronavirus, don\u2019t hesitate to contact us at Affinity HR Group.\u00a0 It is our purpose to help you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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