New Employer Obligations in the Age of COVID-19: Safety Policies, PPE, and Deep Cleaning

COVID-19 has altered the reality of workplace safety and corresponding industry standards. Employers face dramatically different workplace challenges and resulting new obligations regarding safety precautions and worker protections. This article addresses practical considerations and obligations when establishing safety plans to reopen the workplace, including following federal, state and local laws, regulations and guidance covering employee use of PPE and deep cleaning the workspace.