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03/11/2020
Coronavirus Update
GMA in conjunction with affiliate Printing Industries Alliance has invited anyone interested to attend their webinar, Responding to the Coronavirus: An Employer's Guide.
Friday, March 13, 2020 | 2:00 pm
The spread of Coronavirus has created anxiety and economic repercussion across the country. Many companies are scrambling to develop plans and policies to address issues that, before this development, were not even thought about.
"Responding to the Coronavirus: An Employer's Guide" will assist participants in recognizing and managing key issues including:
- Current Recommendations for Employer Actions
- Legal Obligations (FLMA, ADA, etc.)
- Establishing Appropriate Policies
- Issues Relating to Working from Home
- Responding to Ill Employees
- Building Your Response Plan
- Communications Plans
- Business Continuity Planning
There is no charge to attend the program, but participants must register to obtain access to the program and webinar materials. Register today!
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, March 11, 2020
The coronavirus has most companies concerned about the impact it will have on absenteeism and supply chain. The confirmed cases of people being diagnosed in the U.S. with coronavirus is nearing 1,000, and the death toll has risen to 29. 38 states plus the District of Columbia have reported cases. While the coronavirus is new and much is not known, here is what experts from the World Health Organization, the Center for Disease Control, and other experts have learned:
• The virus is moderately infectious, mainly through sneezing and coughing, but possibly also contact with surfaces that have been contaminated with sneezes and coughs.
• More than 80% of the confirmed coronavirus cases are not severe and people generally make a full recovery.
• The mild cases may resemble having the common cold. The ones that are worse mostly resemble having the flu.
Encourage your employees to…
Practice good hygiene
• Stop handshaking – use other noncontact methods of greeting
• Clean hands at the door and schedule regular hand washing reminders by email
• Create habits and reminders to avoid touching their faces and cover coughs and sneezes
• Disinfect surfaces like doorknobs, tables, desks, and handrails regularly
• Increase ventilation by opening windows or adjusting air conditioning
Be careful with meetings and travel
• Use videoconferencing for meetings when possible
• When not possible, hold meetings in open, well-ventilated spaces
• Consider adjusting or postponing large meetings or gatherings
• Assess the risks of business travel
Stay home if…
• They are feeling sick
• They have a sick family member in their home
Stay up to date with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Comprehensive FAQs For Employers On The COVID-19 Coronavirus
Source: Fisher Phillips, March 9, 2020
Fisher Phillips has assembled a cross-disciplinary taskforce of attorneys across the country to address the many employment-related issues facing employers in the wake of the COVID-19 coronavirus. The COVID-19 Taskforce has created a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document, which has been continually updated since first published on March 3 and will continue to be updated as events warrant. It now includes sections on Remote Work Policies and Workers’ Compensation, added on March 9. You can contact your Fisher Phillips attorney or any member of the Taskforce with specific questions, and a full listing of the Taskforce members and their practice areas is at the end of this publication.
Stay Safe
U.S. health officials have advised that Americans should be prepared for significant disruption due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
You and your family’s health are always our priority. Our clinical team is in regular contact with public health experts around the world, and we are committed to helping you stay informed and prepared as the situation evolves.
Teladoc doctors can answer questions about the disease, evaluate your risk, and provide support by phone or video to help relieve symptoms for affected patients, addressing both physical and mental health needs.
Read more information on Coronavirus from Teladoc
It's quick and easy to register your account. If you have any questions about your Teladoc membership, or want to consider adding this low-cost, high-return benefit for your employees, just give the Association a call!
Whether you are new to Teladoc or have employees that just haven't set up their accounts yet, this flyer is a great step-by-step tool to help them through the process and request a visit: Getting Started with Teladoc.
