Safe + Sound Protect Your Workers from COVID-19

Posted 10/20/2020

New COVID-19 Resources!

OSHA has published several new guidance documents on reducing the risk of catching and spreading COVID-19 for workers and employers in different industries.

Workers Wearing Face Coverings in Hot and Humid Conditions

OSHA published guidance on the use of cloth face coverings while working both indoors and outdoors in hot and humid conditions or while performing strenuous activities. Employers should follow this guidance to protect against the spread of COVID-19 and the risk of heat-related illness.

Cleaning Staff

OSHA’s new poster outlines ways to keep janitorial and cleaning workers safe from the coronavirus.

Restaurant Employees

Learn how to protect workers safe from exposure to coronavirus when restaurants resume dine-in service.

Workers Making In-Home Repairs

Review guidance for workers making in-home repairs, including plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians to help reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19.

Compliance Safety and Health Officers

Read this memorandum that provides temporary enforcement guidance to Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs) on Tight-Fitting Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) used during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

 

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Keeping Workers Safe during Flood Cleanup

OSHA advises response crews and residents to be aware of hazards caused by flooding in the wake of Hurricane Delta. Read about protective measures employers can take for Keeping Workers Safe during Flood Cleanup.