What Does OSHA’s COVID-19 ETS Mean for New York Employers?
More Than a Vaccination Rule
On November 5, 2021, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) applicable to employers with 100+ employees. Although technically effective immediately, the rule doesn’t require any employer compliance before December 5th. When (and if) the ETS provisions become enforceable, covered employers must implement certain worker requirements intended to limit the transmission of COVID-19.
Most notably, this OSHA rule would require many employers to implement either (a) a worker vaccination mandate or (b) weekly testing and workplace masking for unvaccinated employees. Additional components of the ETS include paid leave to receive the vaccine and for recovery from side-effects.
Almost immediately upon its publication, the rule’s enforcement has been blocked by at least one federal court. Expedited litigation will continue in the coming days and weeks. But employers must proceed in learning about the rule to be ready in case it survives the legal challenges.
Who will benefit from this webinar:
- Business owners
- Managers and executives
- Human Resources professionals
- In-house attorneys
Join us as Scott Horton presents this free webinar on November 16, 2021, at 1:00 p.m.
Here’s an overview of the topics we expect to cover:
- Covered Employers & Employees
- Policy & Notice Requirements
- Testing Option
- Paid Leave
- HERO Act Implications
- Legal Challenges
And more!
Plus, live Q&A on these and other topics of interest!
About the Firm
Based in the Buffalo-Niagara metropolitan area, Horton Law PLLC advises management in labor, employment, and education law matters throughout New York State. The firm represents public and private employers across industries such as education, manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, and non-profit organizations.
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