Workplace Safety

As the COVID-19 pandemic progresses, it has been clear that essential workers and their families are at an increased risk for transmission of the coronavirus. Since a high percentage of West Virginia's workforce has remained engaged in order to provide essential services to our state and the rest of the country, it is vital that they take measures to prevent occupational transmission of the virus. Below is a collection of resources from reputable sources which can help you maintain a safe workplace throughout the remainder of the pandemic.

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OSHA Resources for COVID-19

The release of new resources for COVID-19 is the latest effort to educate and protect America's workers and employers during the coronavirus pandemic.

OSHA3990 Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19

OSHA 3993 Classifying Worker Exposure Risk to COVID-19

OSHA 3994 Worker Poster: Ten Steps To Reduce Risk of Exposure to COVID-19

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