DOL Issues Guidance on Tracking Hours of Work for Remote Employees

By SCSAI / August 26, 2020 / 0 Comments

On Aug. 24, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued Field Assistance Bulletin No. 2020-5 to remind employers of their obligation to accurately account for the number of hours their employees work away from the employer’s facilities.

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Cyber Risks & Liabilities – Q3 2020

By SCSAI / August 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

Phishing attacks have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years and can take place in a variety of different formats. This quarter’s Cyber Risks & Liabilities newsletter outlines common phishing attacks and how to avoid them, emphasizes the importance of protecting your business with cyber insurance and summarizes key coverage features included in a typical cyber liability policy.

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Using Antibody Tests for COVID-19

By SCSAI / August 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

The virus that causes COVID-19 is new, and what we know about it changes rapidly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has developed interim guidance for how health care providers, laboratories and public health staff should use antibody tests.

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Safety Focused Updates – August 2020

By SCSAI / August 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, nearly 2,000 U.S. employees across industry lines experience work-related eye injuries that require medical treatment each day. This month’s Safety Focused newsletter offers guidance for protecting your eyes on the job and tips to promote workplace fire safety.

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CDC Director Says Widespread Mask Use Can Get COVID-19 Under Control

By SCSAI / August 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the use of masks and face coverings in public, and CDC Director Robert Redfield expanded on the topic during a discussion hosted by medical journal JAMA.

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Cleaning and Disinfection for Households Amid COVID-19

By SCSAI / August 6, 2020 / 0 Comments

This article compiles expert guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This guidance provides recommendations on the cleaning and disinfection of households where persons under investigation or those with confirmed COVID-19 reside or may be in self-isolation.

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