safety
August 5, 2020
Testing Strategy for Coronavirus (COVID-19) in High-Density Critical Infrastructure Workplaces after a COVID-19 Case Is Identified
Workers in critical infrastructure sectors may be permitted to work if asymptomatic after potential exposure to a confirmed case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), provided that worker infection prevention recommendations and controls are implemented. Outbreaks of illness among workers in food-producing facilities and surrounding communities have raised unique questions that identified the need for testing for COVID-19 to supplement...
June 29, 2020
The Importance of Safety Footwear for Manufacturing Employees
THE IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY FOOTWEAR FOR MANUFACTURING EMPLOYEES Personal protective equipment (PPE) is crucial when it comes to preventing injuries and ensuring the health and safety of your employees. One often overlooked and important type of PPE is safety footwear, which is designed to protect feet from common manufacturing hazards. Depending on the job activity...
June 19, 2020
California Issues Statewide Order to Wear Face Coverings in Public
California Issues Statewide Order to Wear Face Coverings in Public or High-Risk Settings On June 18, 2020, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an order requiring Californians to wear face coverings while in various public or high-risk settings—including when shopping, taking public transit or seeking medical care. The order comes following growing concerns from public health...