MIOSHA Updates COVID-19 Emergency Rules to Align with Federal OSHA
(June 22, 2021 10:10 AM) Today, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) filed COVID-19 emergency rules to align with Federal OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS). The updated rules are effective today and set to expire Dec. 22, 2021. The rules rescind the emergency rules issued on May 24, 2021 and focus on health care. The updated MIOSHA emergency rules adopt the Federal OSHA ETS and focus on health care settings where known or suspected COVID-19 patients may be present. These workplaces may have a higher exposure risk for employees and need continued protections to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. “As we continue to get Michigan back to work, our priority remains keeping workplaces safe for employees and protecting customers as they support these businesses,” said Governor Whitmer. “With our state at full capacity, we can boost our economic Jumpstart and ensure businesses can emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever while keeping their workers safe.” Dialing back workplace rules for non-health care settings allows employers to use their best judgment in determining whether to maintain: Daily health screenings; Face covering requirements; and Social distancing requirements. Nevertheless, MIOSHA strongly encourages workplaces to follow the available CDC and OSHA recommendations…
