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Littlers Brad Hammock

February 9, 2021 Blog 0

Listen in while Brad Hammock discusses hot topics such as OSHA COVID 19 Activity, Virginia ETS Standard,  Respirable Crystalline Silica and more! There are standards that are required by companies to report COVID 19 related cases. 

He kicks it off talking about Virginia’s Emergency Temporary Standard, who was really the first state to create a comprehensive approach to COVID 19. Brad states how Virginia is really the pioneer is getting this started about how to handle systematic individuals and testing and PPE. It is mandatory and covers all employers, even if you live in Maryland but are doing jobs in Virginia. 

What are the Mandatory Requirements for All Employers?

  • Conduct an exposure assessment of all workplaces
  • Inform employees of methods and how to self monitor for symptoms of COVID 19
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for employers to report when experiencing COVID 19 symptoms
  • Prohibit employees or others known to be infected with COVID 19 to report to work until cleared

You need to have a Infectious Disease and Response Plan in place for your business, and Brad Hammock is ready to help!