The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way businesses operate. Depending on your business model, you’ve had to adjust processes to help workers stay safe. The size of your staff and the nature of your business have a big effect on the level of effort it has taken to make this happen.
As the second wave of the pandemic is upon us, here’s a reminder of the recommended ways to help your employees stay safe and healthy during COVID-19.
Limit Interaction as Much as Possible
One of the easiest ways to help prevent the spread of COVID is by reducing the amount of contact employees have with each other. This means allowing staff to work from home, if possible. If you’re still hiring, plan to conduct interviews by phone or video (and don’t forget to include questions about commitment level interview questions).
Require Masks and Personal Protective Equipment.
Cloth masks help limit the spread of germs between coworkers. If employees must be in the workplace, require them to wear masks at all times while within the building. You might consider providing masks and other PPE (such as gloves) to your employees to ensure they have access to them.
Enforce Social Distancing
Maintaining a distance of six feet is recommended by experts to help employees stay safe and healthy. This means work stations, workflow patterns, and maximum capacity must be adjusted to accommodate six-foot distancing. You can find this and other workplace tips by visiting the CDC online.
Clean and Disinfect Often
Frequently touched surfaces should be wiped down regularly to avoid the spread of germs. In addition, thorough deep cleaning of the entire workspace is recommended to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
Encourage Hand Washing
Right now and during any cold and flu season, hand washing is one of the number one ways to stay healthy. Remind employees to wash their hands often, especially before eating or touching their face. Keep bathrooms and handwashing stations well-stocked with supplies.
Looking to Keep Employees Safe from COVID?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have provided a variety of resources with more information about keeping workplaces safe during the pandemic. In addition, your recruiter can help with information and guidelines to help you stay in compliance with state and local recommendations.
Looking for Additional Staff?
Some industries have found themselves in heavy demand during the pandemic, such as warehouses. If you’re in need of new staff and conducting interviews focused on commitment level interview questions, check out Snelling Georgia Group!
