The swine flu alert level has increased, and employers should be reviewing their pandemic information and workplace practices in preventing and responding to an outbreak. HEC members can download a summary from CCH News on what employers need to know on preparing for a possible Swine Flu pandemic and Dr. Sarah Park’s 2007 presentation for HEC on preparing for a flu pandemic (at the time, bird flu). The Occupational Safety & Health Administration offers a Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Pandemic. Employers should also review information on the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention website on dealing with a flu pandemic. The CDC site has a series of Frequently Asked Questions addressing workplace issues that may arise in a pandemic.
Flu Pandemic Information for Employers
The swine flu alert level has increased, and employers should be reviewing their pandemic information and workplace practices in preventing and responding to an outbreak. HEC members can download a summary from CCH News on what employers need to know on preparing for a possible Swine Flu pandemic and Dr. Sarah Park’s 2007 presentation for HEC on preparing for a flu pandemic (at the time, bird flu). The Occupational Safety & Health Administration offers a Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Pandemic. Employers should also review information on the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention website on dealing with a flu pandemic. The CDC site has a series of Frequently Asked Questions addressing workplace issues that may arise in a pandemic.
