COVID-Related Updates
On December 11, 2020, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (“OSHA”) announced that it has now issued citations resulting in over $3.4 million in penalties to employers for COVID-19 related violations.
New IRS Restrictions on PPP Loans
Businesses who received PPP loans may receive forgiveness of the full principal amount of the loan up to an amount equal to eligible expenses paid or incurred during the covered period.
OSHA Issues Guidance on COVID-19 // Part Two - For Higher Risk Industries
As noted in part one of this Encompass update series, OHSA’s recent guidance also included recommendations for employers whose workers are at increased risk of occupational exposure to COVID-19.
COVID-19 Update: Oregon OSHA Temporary Rule
Oregon OSHA adopted a temporary rule addressing COVID-19 workplace risks. Most of the rule’s provisions took effect on Nov. 16, 2020. Certain provisions of the rule have different effective dates as summarized below.
OSHA Issues Additional COVID-19 Guidance - Part One
OSHA recently issued additional guidance for employers on how to best protect their employees from COVID-19. In the first of two alerts, we will address the standards applicable to employers whose workers are at lower risk for exposure to COVID-19.