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Workplaces have changed drastically in the last few months. Each company has had to assess the workplace and determine how it will modify to mitigate coronavirus risks. Some companies are choosing to split the workforce into shifts to limit the number of people in the building at one time. Others are allowing their employees to work from home when possible. Some are rotating who is in the office on any given day or week. All companies are looking at workstations to determine how best to ensure the safety of employees. While a lot has changed over the past 5 months, we must stay focused on the constants. Maintaining a healthy environment for employees is definitely at the top of the list of priorities for companies. Companies need to be aware that the efforts they take to ensure workplace safety will impact the types of candidates they attract, their turnover rate, as well as the productivity of their employees. Often a cost/benefit analysis is used to determine the viability of propose...

                                August 13, 2020 On Saturday, August 8, 2020 the President signed four executive memorandums related to COVID-19 relief. There are media reports that all orders may be subject to constitutional challenge. Consequently, more time is needed to determine when and how these proposed Presidential relief actions will take effect.   We’ve had a few clients inquire about the memorandum and how it will impact them, so we decided to provide a summary of the two orders pertinent to businesses.  Federal Unemployment Benefits: The “Memorandum on Authorizing the Other Needs Assistance Program for Major Disaster Declarations Related to Coronavirus Disease 2019,” proposes an additional $400 in weekly federal unemployment benefits to replace the expired $600 a week benefit under the CARES Act. $300 of the $400 amount would be funded by the federal government while the individual sta...

OSHA Hazard Recognition U.S. Department of Defense/Seaman Rob Aylward (U.S. Navy) Many workers, even those who do not encounter infectious people in the course of their job duties, have similar exposure risks as the general American public during a pandemic. Other workers, including some covered on this webpage provides, are at increased risk of exposure to SARS-CoV-2 while on the job. What is the risk to workers in the United States? The risks from SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), for workers depends on how extensively the virus spreads between people; the severity of resulting illness; pre-existing medical conditions workers may have; and the medical or other measures available to control the impact of the virus and the relative success of these measures. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides detailed information about this topic. According to the CDC , certain people, including older adults...

SAFETY UPDATE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES Keeping essential workers safe during a shutdown Many businesses have shut down partially or entirely during the COVID-19 pandemic, but many employers need to keep some essential personnel on site. These workers may face unique challenges during a shutdown. Workers deemed essential who continue reporting to the facility may be working alone, or nearly alone. If your facility normally relies on other employees to provide internal emergency response, those responders may not be available. If any injuries occur, there may not be anyone nearby to provide assistance or call for help. Despite a common misconception, OSHA doesn't limit general industry employees from working alone (except in electrical power generation). However, the employer should evaluate the work to determine if tasks can be done safely by a lone employee. During a total or partial shutdown, additional evaluation may be needed because employees who previously ...

Integrity Hr Management Family, The SBA has finally released details and the application for the Payroll Protection Program. In addition you can see some other resources like an expedited $10k grant. This is a fast changing and evolving program. Our recommendation as of today is to got through everything on the link below and schedule an appointment with your bank if they are participating in the program. If for some reason your bank isn't going to participate please reach out to us and we will connect you with a group that can help. https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/paycheck-protection-program-ppp

FFCRA POSTER Integrity HR Management is committed to keeping our clients up to date regarding the government response to the COVID-19 virus. Our goal is to provide the latest information in real time so our clients can make the necessary decisions to protect their business and employees. Employers will be required to post information regarding the Family First Coronavirus Response Act.   Please print and post this poster in a common area.                       CLICK HERE FOR PRINTABLE COPY OF THE FFCRA POSTER

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At Integrity HR Management, we continue to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on our employees. The health of our employees is our chief concern at this time. We know that good hygiene, early diagnosis and social distancing is the best tool to prevent the spread of the virus. The CDC has provided the following guidelines for responding if you are experiencing symptoms. What To Do if You Are Sick Printer friendly version pdf icon Steps to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 if you are sick Follow the steps below:   If you are sick with COVID-19 or think you might have it, follow the steps below to help protect other people in your home and community. Stay home except to get medical care Stay home:  People who are mildly ill with COVID-19 are able to recover at home. Do not leave, except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas. Stay in touch with your doctor . Call before you get medical care. Be sure to get care if you feel worse or ...