As employers continue to navigate increased workplace safety measures following the rapid spread of COVID-19, the U.S. Department of Labor has released additional guidance to aid in 2021 efforts.
OSHA’s recommendations, which were published on Friday, Jan. 29, aim to strengthen existing illness prevention programs to reduce transmission of coronavirus.
Jim Frederick, whom President Biden appointed to head the agency on January 21, stressed the implementation of an illness prevention program as the “most effective” model to protect workers.
