Laboratories can take many actions to protect workers during COVID-19. Some of the recommended courses of action include:
- Perform site- and activity-specific risk assessments.
- Determine the most appropriate safety measures for your lab.
- Implement appropriate safety measures.
- Adhere to local policies and procedures, as well as regulations from federal, state and local jurisdictions.
- Follow existing public health guidelines established by the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
- Adhere to workplace guidelines established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).