RECENT UPDATES:
Governor Mills’ Order to Further Implement the Restarting Plan
Governor Mills Introduces Rural Reopening Plan
2019 EEO-1 Reporting Delayed to 2021
Benefit Plan Deadline Extensions
COVID-19 FAQs for Benefit Plan Participants and Beneficiaries including COBRA
WARN Act – DOL Guidance COVID-19 FAQ
Return to work Guidelines in Maine
COVID-19 Management and Recovery
The COVID-19 crisis continues to evolve, and as you focus on a post-pandemic recovery, here are some of the HR challenges you may be facing:
- How will you bring your employees back to work?
- What policies and protocols do you need to establish to ensure the safety of your employees and customers?
- What changes will you need to make to your physical space?
- Who should continue working remotely?
- How will you address employee questions and concerns about returning to work?
- Do you have the right talent in the right roles?
- Do you need to right-size your workforce?
- Can you reorganize your team and maximize efficiency?
- Will you conduct testing when available, and how?
- How will you manage an employee who tests positive?
- How will you communicate your vision and plan to your employees and customers?
KMA Can Help
KMA understands that this situation affects each business uniquely, and we have the critical resources you need access to right now, including recovery and return to work planning guides, answers to your most perplexing questions, and expert guidance in making difficult workforce decisions. In addition, we can provide:
- A model HR action plan for your business
- Employee communications samples
- Paid emergency leave policies and practices
- Remote work policies and guidelines
- Workforce adjustment assistance (hiring and termination)
- HR professionals to hear your concerns and guide you
Our deep bench of HR professionals is available to support you as you implement what’s best—for your workforce and your business. Please contact us at (207) 781-6460 or info@kmahr.com.
Resources
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Federal:
Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers
Plan, Prepare, and Respond to a Coronavirus Disease
Stop the Spread of Germs (PDF Download)
Interim Guidance on Discontinuation of Home Isolation for Persons with COVID-19
Families First Coronavirus Response Act – Employee Rights Poster
Critical Infrastructure Website
Occupational Safety and Health Administration COVID-19 Overview
Protecting Workers During a Pandemic Fact Sheet PDF (including free consultation to businesses)
Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19 PDF
Quick Safety Tips Videos on Using the Righ Tools to Keep the Workplace Clean
OSHA Guidance on Recording Work Related Injuries for COVID-19
Maine:
Governor Mills’ Order to Further Implement the Restarting Plan
Maine’s State of Civil Emergency Extended Through May 15, 2020
Governor Mills Outlines Vision for Gradual and Safe Opening of Maine Economy
An Order Establishing Arriving Quarantine Restrictions on Travelers in Maine
Massachusetts:
Information on the Outbreak of Coronavirus
New Hampshire:
New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19
SBA Issues and the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application Form
Paycheck Protection Program Loans Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Paycheck Protection Program for Small Businesses – Information and Application
Small Business Administration Loans
Coronavirus Small Business Guide – Loans and Stimulus Aid Programs
Coronavirus Paid Leave Tax Credits and Small Business Exemption
Accelerated and Advanced Medicare Payments Fact Sheet
IRS Instructions and Form 7200 – Advance Payment of Employer Credits Due to COVID-19
Federal:
FAQs – Testing and Diagnosis Requirements for Employer Health Plans from DOL, HHS, & Treasury Dept
FFCRA Additional Questions and Answers (4/9/20)
COVID-19 or Other Public Health Emergencies and the Fair Labor Standards Act Questions and Answers
FFCRA Additional Questions and Answers
Maine:
Resources for Workers and Businesses on COVID-19 (PDF)
Massachusetts:
COVID-19 Guidance and Directives
New Hampshire:
Federal:
2019 EEO-1 Reporting Delayed to 2021
Form I-9 Completion and Flexibility with COVID-19
Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the ADA
Maine:
COVID-19 Prevention Checklists for Businesses
COVID-19 Checklist Compliance Form to Re-open
https://appengine.egov.com/apps/me/covidpreventionform
- In order to open, businesses must commit to complying with the requirements of these checklists by filling out this short online form.
Coronavirus-Related Relief for Retirement Plans and IRAs (Q & A)
Benefit Plan Deadline Extensions
COVID-19 FAQs for Benefit Plan Participants and Beneficiaries, including COBRA