Coronavirus (COVID-19): Action Plan for the Workplace

The outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) presents new challenges in the workplace as employers strive to keep businesses running and support the health and well-being of their workforce. A business, response to the COVID-19 crisis needs to address business operations and employee concerns.

Course Overview

The outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) presents new challenges in the workplace as employers strive to keep businesses running and support the health and well-being of their workforce. A business, response to the COVID-19 crisis needs to address business operations and employee concerns. In addition, it must include safety considerations and steps that will stem the severity of the outbreak.

COVID-19: Action Plan for the Workplace course is designed to help employers and managers prepare and respond to exposure and illness caused by COVID-19. Organizational plans that take into account policies and procedures, human resources matters, and supply and production issues can help companies and employees prepare for the health pandemic. Being prepared, yet flexible enough to adapt to an ever-changing situation, supports an entire organization.

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

  • Explain ways to limit exposure to COVID-19 in the workplace
  • Identify critical information to communicate to employees
  • Identify which regulations might impact your response to COVID-19
  • List actions employers can take to minimize business disruptions

Course Topics

  • Limiting Exposure
  • Sick Leave
  • Housekeeping
  • Good Hygiene
  • Physical Separation
  • Communication with Your Workforce
  • Employer Regulatory Responsibilities
  • Support for Business Operations
  • Effect on Business Operations
  • When to Implement Policies