Amanda Blair Offers Compliance Tips for Employers as New York Loosens COVID-19 Safety Protocols

In addition to recent federal updates, employers in both New York state and New York City are relaxing COVID-19-related safety protocols. In a recent SHRM article outlining these changes, Amanda Blair recommended that employers continue to monitor the COVID-19 Community Level tool on the CDC’s website to make decisions on masking policies.

"The tool is comprehensive, and the guidance clearly states the actions that should be taken based on the COVID-19 community level," she said.

Amanda also urged them to consider the comfort level of their employees when making decisions.

“...employers should also be mindful that many employees are still dealing with the physical and psychological effects of COVID-19 and should understand that the transition to a post-pandemic workplace will not be easy for all."

Read the full article in SHRM (subscription required).