COVID-19 Resources
The business environment is changing each day in response to COVID-19. Staying flexible and knowing how to cope is a challenge that all of us are facing together. Please take advantage of the up-to-date information available from the resources listed in our latest blog post. HRinDemand is doing our part by offering free HR Consultation. If you are not able to find the answers you need or merely need to talk, contact us 775-400-1322
Valuable Resources for Businesses and Individuals
COMMUNICATING ABOUT VACCINES – US Chamber of Commerce
Businesses play a key role in nationwide vaccination efforts and their employees’ and communities’ attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccines. This resource provides valuable insight into how employers can communicate effectively about vaccines. Visit the Chamber Vaccines Resource Center
Returning to Work After Infection or Exposure (New From the CDC and adopted by the NV Department of Health and Human Services Dec. 2, 2020)
Employers and Businesses Managing Persons Who Could Have Been Exposed to Covid-19 Undergoing Quarantine Download the Bulletin
Employers and Businesses Managing Persons Who Test Positive for Covid-19 Download the Bulletin
Commercial Rental Assistance Grant (CRAG) Program
Funding of up to $10,000 may be available to cover lease payments that have or will become due during the COVID-19 Pandemic. – The Nevada Commercial Rental Assistance Grant (CRAG)
Compliance, Planning and Prevention Resources for Reopening
World Health Organization (WHO) – Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Get Your Workplace Ready for a Pandemic (flu-specific but can be adapted to Coronavirus) & Pandemic Planning Checklists and Guidance (can be adapted to Coronavirus)
U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – Safety and Health Topics: COVID-19 & Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division (WHD) – COVID-19 and the American Workplace
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) – Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and The Americans With Disabilities Act
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – Disasters and Emergencies – Pandemic
Downloads and Documents and Dialogues
U.S. Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Small Business Guide/Checklist for Emergency Loans and Grants
COVID-19 Leave Guidance from the Nevada Labor Commissioner
Employee Rights Poster: Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
Federal Employee Rights Poster: Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Notice – Frequently Asked Questions
HR Related Info
Apply for the Paycheck Protection Plan
Apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) on SBA.gov
Read the H.R.6201 – Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Society for Human Resource Management – HR Related News and Documentation
Understand the Difference Between a Furlough and a Layoff
March 21- April 18 – Open Enrollment On the Exchange
What You Should Know About the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and COVID-19
National Resources
Division of Public and Behavioral Health
Nevada Resources
Nevada COVID-19 REsponse Business Information Network – Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance
State of Nevada Guidance for Construction, Mining and Manufacturing
Department of Business & Industry
Nevada Department of Business & Industry FAQ’s for Employers
Melissa Marsh, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is a human resources consultant and founder of HRinDemand, a human resources company in Reno, NV, offering expert guidance and easy-to-use tools to help small businesses with employment regulations, compliance, employee relations, and company growth.