An Employer’s Return to Work Toolkit: The “New Normal” After COVID-19

The impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on workplaces has been far-reaching. Employers have understandably been focused on how to keep their businesses operating while transitioning out of the pandemic. In addition to that focus, however, employers also need to prepare for the “new normal” as the country begins to reopen. Here you’ll find resources to help you get your employees back in the office and your business prepared for life after coronavirus.

The Employers Return to Work Toolkit

• Considerations for Returning to Work Amid COVID-19
• Employer Guidance for Common Return-to-Work Concerns
• Return to Work Plans Following the COVID-19 Pandemic
• 8 Policies to Review Before Returning to Work
• CDC Restart Readiness Checklist for Resuming Business
• Return to Office Action Plan Discussion Guide
• Return to Work Checklist
• CDC Worker Protection Checklist for Resuming Business
• OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
• CDC Facilities COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire
• Poster for the Office: Handwashing from the CDC
• Poster for the Office: How to Wear a Face Covering
• Screening Employee Temperatures
• Return to Office Communications Planning Checklist
• Manager Outreach for Return to Office
• Employee Return-to-Office Survey
• Template: Employee Welcome Letter
• Creating a Return to Work Action Plan
• Sample: A Return to Work Action Plan

To keep up to date with issues affecting employers related to COVID-19, visit the Woodruff Sawyer Coronavirus Resource Page and reach out to our Employee Benefits Practice.