Workplace COVID-19 Consulting Services
Employers in essential businesses are struggling to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in their workplaces, while other employers are concerned about an eventual return to their traditional workplaces. The volume of information coming from the government, news media, and other sources is overwhelming.
Responding to the urgent needs of their clients, Horton Safety Consultants provide practical, effective solutions to stop the spread of the virus in the workplace. They assure employees their health and safety concerns are being addressed.
Consequences of not fully addressing COVID-19 in the workplace include:
- The spread of the virus
- Fear and panic among employees
- Increased absenteeism and turnover
- Reduced productivity
- Potential liability
- Increased likelihood of OSHA complaints
The heart of a successful COVID-19 program is a workplace-specific exposure control plan (ECP). The plan provides specific guidance and strategies needed to prevent the spread and restore the trust and confidence of employees.
SERVICES
Horton Safety Consultants provides the following COVID-19 related services:
Exposure Assessment
A safety consultant will identify all potential pathways of virus transmission in the workplace.
Exposure Control Plan
Based on the information collected during the assessment, a consultant will prepare a comprehensive exposure control plan.
Training
Front line workers, supervisors, and managers will be trained in the details of the plan and how to properly don and doff personal protective equipment (if necessary).
Cleaning and Disinfection
Safety consultants will detail cleaning and disinfection services in the exposure plan and can help source professional disinfection services in the event of an outbreak.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety consultants will identify what PPE (if necessary) should be provided to employees in specific situations. They can also source distributors of PPE.
OSHA Compliance
Safety consultants will assure compliance with applicable requirements, assist with recordkeeping, and represent the employer in the event of an inspection.
Audits
Exposure control plans will likely fail without periodic audits to identify gaps and modify the plan, if necessary. Audit results are discussed with management.
Testing
Safety consultants help employers determine if COVID-19 testing is necessary and source testing vendors. Consultants can also assist employers’ source, and implement, an antibody testing program which may provide an indication of immunity from the virus.
Positive Cases
Our safety consultants assist clients in responding to positive cases among employees. Assistance includes communications, facilitating testing, and sourcing disinfection services.
Horton Safety Consultants can help your organization develop and implement an effective yet practical, COVID-19 program for your workplace. Services are available to essential businesses currently dealing with the pandemic, and to employers preparing to transition back to their traditional workplaces.
If your workplace is struggling to address the complexities of COVID-19, or you need assistance planning a return to the traditional workplace, please contact Horton Safety Consultants at 800.383.8283 or complete our services request form above.