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Updates & Resources
EEOC Adds 18 New FAQs on Coronavirus and the ADA
On Sept. 8, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) added 18 new answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) to its existing guidance on how employers should comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) while also observing all applicable emergency workplace safety guidelines during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The agency also updated two of the FAQs from the existing guidance.
OSHA Safety Cornerstones
OSHA Reveals Increase in Whistleblower Complaints in the Midst of COVID-19. In response, the Department of Labor (DOL) recently performed an audit on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) handling of whistleblower complaints since the emergence of the pandemic.
Commercial Risk Advisor – September 2020
When workplace health and safety incidents happen, it’s important to respond appropriately. Investigating allows employers to identify potential health and safety failings that led to the incident and make necessary workplace adjustments to help prevent future incidents.
Personal Lines Insights Newsletter – September 2020
Take a look at this month’s safety newsletter for tips about how to negotiate your rent, how to stay safe when driving in autumn, and how to keep well while working from home.
Personal Umbrella Insurance Explained – Video
Personal umbrella insurance can provide additional financial protection in the event that your liability coverage limit is exhausted following a claim. This video summarizes the main things you should know about personal umbrella insurance.
DOL Issues Guidance on Tracking Hours of Work for Remote Employees
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.
Cyber Risks & Liabilities – Q3 2020
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.
Using Antibody Tests for COVID-19
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.
Safety Focused Updates – August 2020
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.
CDC Director Says Widespread Mask Use Can Get COVID-19 Under Control
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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