Updated CDC Quarantine Guidelines: December 2020

By SCSAI / December 2, 2020 / 0 Comments

During a recent media briefing, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced an update to quarantine guidelines, offering options for shorter quarantine periods.

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Beware of This New Text Scam Involving Stimulus Checks

By SCSAI / November 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

The tax industry, state tax agencies and the IRS are warning taxpayers about a new scam that criminals are using to try to trick people into disclosing their bank account information in order to receive an Economic Impact Payment, or as it’s commonly referred to, a stimulus check.

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Employer COVID-19 Failures Lead to OSHA Penalties

By SCSAI / November 2, 2020 / 0 Comments

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has been citing establishments for violations related to COVID-19. These citations have resulted in more than $1 million in penalties since the pandemic began. OSHA announces new enforcement actions weekly.

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Is It the Flu or COVID-19? – Infographic

By SCSAI / October 20, 2020 / 0 Comments

Because both the flu and COVID-19 affect the respiratory system, it can be difficult to determine which you have if you start to feel sick. Learn more about common symptoms of each illness with this infographic.

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FMCSA Extends Coronavirus Trucking Exemptions Through Dec. 31

By SCSAI / September 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

On Sept. 11, 2020, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) extended yet again the emergency declaration that provides truck drivers an exemption from Parts 390 to 399 of the federal motor carrier regulations (including hours of service, vehicle inspection and driver qualification rules).

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Contact Tracing in the Workplace

By SCSAI / September 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

Weeks ago, businesses across the country sent workers home to help limit the spread of COVID-19. Now, America is opening back up. With the coronavirus barely under control and no vaccine in sight, employers are considering every option for keeping their workers safe while still keeping their businesses afloat. “Contact tracing” is one of those options.

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