CDC, OSHA, stop with muddled COVID guidelines for frontline workers

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Opinion | Hey, federal government, stop issuing confusing COVID work guidelines. Frontline workers need clear, enforceable protections. By Gina Cummings of OxfamAmerica and Jessica Martinez of NationalCOSH.

Absent a clear workplace standard from OSHA, the confusing CDC guidance creates new problems for frontline workers. They'll now face increased exposure to unmasked people who may or may not be vaccinated. How are workers supposed to know which is which?

The contents of the Standard are not public during the review, however, it is expected to be consistent with. If so, every employer will be required to have a COVID-19 prevention plan, with full input from workers.

 

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