COVID-19 Crisis Response Center
Essential Resources for Employers
Resource Library
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Remote Work Guide
Use this guide to help you navigate the compliance risks, logistical issues, and strategic questions that come with managing a remote workforce.
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Health and Safety Toolkit
Use this toolkit to help keep your workplace safe, manage the health of your employees, and appropriately respond to a COVID-19 diagnosis.
2 min HR Video
COVID-19: When Employees Are Afraid to Return to Work
2 min HR Video
COVID-19: Recall Letter for Furloughed Employees
2 min HR Video
COVID-19: The FFCRA and Summer Childcare
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Employee Notice: Face-Covering Policy
A compliant notice for your clients to alert employees on applicable mandates for face-covering policies.
2 min HR Video
If an Employee Refuses Work: Impact on Unemployment Benefits
A video explanation of the CARES Act and how to address employee refusals to return.
2 min HR Video
Emergency Paid Sick Leave for Care of Others
Video resource explaining the qualifying provisions for EPSL for the care of others.
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Return to Work Policy Checklist
An all-inclusive returning to work checklist including policies, safety, and best practices.
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Welcome Back Letter (COVID-19 Return to Work)
A sample welcome back letter to offer your clients so employees can adjust to changes within the office.
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Families First Coronavirus Response Act Request Form
The FFRCA request form for your clients to easily access the benefits they need.
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Templated Letter to Essential Employees
Template letter for employees to show proof of essential business status.
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Temporary Layoff Notice Template
A simple template for your clients to inform employees of temporary lay-offs and subsequent actions employees should take for benefits.
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Employee Layoff Notice Template
A template letter for your clients to inform employees of lay-offs and subsequent actions employees should take for benefits.
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COVID-19 Employee Communication Document
A brief, but inclusive document for clients to explain changes and safety precautions related to COVID-19.
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What is Families First Coronavirus Response Act? An Overview
A full explanation of FFCRA for your clients.
Blog Post
Unemployment Benefits Changes Under CARES Act: An Overview
An overview explanation of benefits changes your clients need to know based on the CARES act.
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DOL Relaxes in Person I-9 Inspection Requirements
An explanation of the DOL update on in-person I-9 inspection requirements.
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FFCRA: New rule and Guidance from IRS and DOL
An explanation of the guidance from the DOL and IRS on FFCRA.
2 min HR Video
COVID-19: How to Reduce Hours and Pay in Tough Times
A video explanation of the guidelines for reducing employee hours and pay due to company hardship.
2 min HR Video
COVID-19: Furlough vs Layoff Video
A video explanation of the differences between furloughs and layoffs.
2 min HR Video
COVID-19: FFCRA Documentation Video
A video explanation of the required documentation for FFCRA.
2 min HR Video
Ergonomics for Remote Employees: What to Consider
A quick overview of how to support employees and ensure they remain efficient while adjusting to an unfamiliar work environment.
2 min HR Video
Workplace Safety: COVID-19
A brief video overview of how to keep the workplace safe throughout a global health crisis.
Webinar
Free HR Webinar: COVID-19 Employer Guidance and Q&A
A discussion surrounding the most common COVID-19 questions and concerns amongst small to mid-sized businesses.
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FFCRA and CARES Act Update
An overview of the latest FFCRA and CARES Act updates and how these may impact your clients.
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If an Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19: Sample Company Communication
An example letter to employees regarding COVID-19 infection in your client’s workplace.
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What Is The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)?
An article that addresses what the FFCRA act entails and how it may impact your clients.
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Example Emergency Paid Sick Leave Policy
A sample emergency paid sick leave policy to use or customize for employers with fewer than 500 employees.
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How to Ease the Burden of FFCRA Tax Credit
How recent updates to the FFCRA will impact employer payroll tax credits and methods to ease the financial burden on your clients.
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Sample Emergency Family and Medical Leave Policy
An example of an emergency family and medical leave policy for employers with fewer than 500 employees.
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Sample Work From Home Policy
An example work from home policy to use or customize based on your client’s needs.
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Sample Acknowledgment of Receipt of Company-Issued Property
If your clients have issued equipment to employees, use this sample for their records.
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Remote Work Best Practices Checklist
Use or customize this template to ensure your client’s employees understand their remote work policies and procedures.
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Sample Telecommuting Agreement
An example telecommuting agreement outlining a company’s work from home policy.
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Furlough Letter Example Template
A starter template designed to help employers inform employees about COVID-driven furloughs.
State and Federal Resources
While not meant to be an exhaustive list, click on the letter of your state below to see what resources have been put out. We will be updating this regularly.
For federal resources, jump to CDC, DOL, EEOC, HHS, IRS, JAN, NGA, OSHA, and SBA
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Alabama
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Alaska
Department of Labor and Workforce Development
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Arizona
Commerce Authority
Department of Economic Security
Department of Health Services
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Arkansas
Department of Health
Economic Development Commission
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California
Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH)
- COVID-19 Resources and Guidance (FAQs, posters, and more)
Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)
- FAQs on Laws Enforced by the California Labor Commissioner's Office
- Cal/OSHA and Statewide Industry Guidance on COVID-19
- Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Publications
- Interim General Guidance on Protecting Workers from COVID-19
Department of Public Health (DPH)
Employment Development Department (EDD)
Labor and Workforce Development Agency
Los Angeles
Office of Wage Standards
San Francisco
Office of Labor Standards Enforcement
Office of Economic and Workforce Development
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CDC Materials
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to issue a variety of guidance documents, downloadable posters, and other printable resources:- Guidance for Workplaces and Businesses
- Vaccines
- Similarities and Differences Between Flu and COVID-19 (also general flu resources for employers)
- COVID-19 Employer Information for Office Buildings
- Resuming Business Toolkit
- SARS-CoV-2 Testing Strategy for Non-Healthcare Workplaces
- Social Media Toolkit (English, Spanish)
- COVID-19 News and Information Feed you can add to your website.
- Printable posters on a variety of COVID-19 topics in several languages
- State and Territorial Health Department Websites (English, Spanish)
- Resources Created by Health Departments
- When You Can be Around Others After You Had or Likely Had COVID-19 (Multiple languages available)
- All CDC Guidance Documents
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CMS Materials
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services provides Coronavirus (COVID-19) Partner Toolkit listing a variety of links for employers, individuals, and communities for mental health resources, health care guidance, community action, and more. -
Colorado
Department of Labor and Employment
Department of Public Health
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Connecticut
Department of Labor
- FAQs about coronavirus (COVID-19) for workers and employers
- SharedWork program (provides employers with a layoff alternative)
State Government
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Delaware
Department of Labor
Division of Public Health
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District of Columbia
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DOL Materials
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has created a resource page for workers and employers. The DOL’s Wage and Hour Division provides these posters and guidance:
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act Notice – Frequently Asked Questions
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employer Paid Leave Requirements
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Employee Paid Leave Rights
- Required poster: Employee Rights: Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (English, Spanish)
- COVID-19 and the American Workplace
- Fact Sheet #70: Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Furloughs and Other Reductions in Pay and Hours Worked Issues
- COVID-19 and the Fair Labor Standards Act Questions and Answers
- COVID-19 and the Family and Medical Leave Act Questions and Answers
- Unemployment Insurance Relief During COVID-19 Outbreak
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EEOC Materials
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has created a landing page, What You Should Know About the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and COVID-19, which provides FAQs, links to resources, and guidance. -
Florida
Department of Economic Opportunity
Miami
City Government
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Georgia
Department of Labor
- COVID-19 Employer FAQs
- COVID-19 Unemployment Information
- Unemployment guidance in light of COVID-19
Department of Public Health
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Hawaii
Department of Health
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
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HHS Materials
The Office of Civil Rights for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a bulletin regarding HIPAA Privacy and COVID-19. A Mental Health and Coping page provides links to resources employers can share with employees as they navigate changes brought about by the pandemic. Find resources and information on COVID-19 Testing, including types of testing, availability, and contact tracing. See COVID-19 Vaccines for current information about vaccines. -
Idaho
State Government
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Illinois
Department of Employment Security
Department of Public Health
State Government
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Indiana
Department of Labor
Economic Development Corporation
Small Business Development Center
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Iowa
Department of Public Health
Workforce Development
- Unemployment Insurance Guidance for Workers and Employers
- Employers — COVID-19 and Unemployment Insurance Questions
- Employers — Voluntary Shared Work Program
Department of Revenue
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IRS Materials
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) resources include the following: -
JAN Materials
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Accommodation and Compliance: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) webpage links to resources for employers regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and coronavirus. -
Kansas
Department of Health and Environment
Department of Labor -
Kentucky
Cabinet for Economic Development
Career Center
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Louisiana
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Maine
Department of Economic & Community Development
Department of Labor
Office of the Governor
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Maryland
Department of Labor
State Government
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Massachusetts
Department of Public Health
Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development
Labor and Workforce Development
Office of Attorney General
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Michigan
Department of Health and Human Services
Economic Development Corporation
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Minnesota
Department of Health
Department of Labor and Industry
Unemployment Insurance
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Mississippi
Department of Employment Security
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Missouri
Department of Labor & Industrial Relations
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Montana
Department of Commerce
Department of Labor & Industry
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Nebraska
Department of Labor
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Nevada
Department of Health and Human Services
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New Hampshire
Department of Business and Economic Affairs
Department of Health and Human Services
Governor’s Office
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New Jersey
Department of Labor & Workforce Development
- NJDOL and the Coronavirus (COVID-19): Updated Information for Employers & Businesses
- Worker Benefits, Protections and the Coronavirus (COVID-19): What NJ Workers Should Know
State Government
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New Mexico
Department of Workforce Solutions
- Information for Workers Affected by COVID-19 and other resources
- COVID UI Fact Sheet
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New York
New York State
Department of Health
- Guidance on Essential Services
- New York State Coronavirus Advisories and Information
- Protect yourself from COVID-19 and stop the spread of germs (poster): English, Spanish, Bengali, Chinese, Haitian, Korean, Russian
Department of Labor
Office of the Attorney General
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NGA Materials
The National Governors Association (NGA) Coronavirus: What You Need to Know web page tracks state initiatives and other state data. -
North Carolina
Department of Commerce and Employment Security
Department of Health and Human Services
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North Dakota
Department of Commerce
Department of Labor
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Ohio
Department of Health
Office of Small Business Relief
Office of Unemployment Insurance Operations
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Oklahoma
Department of Commerce
Employment Security Commission
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Oregon
Employment Department
Governor’s Office
Oregon OSHA
Secretary of State
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OSHA Materials
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) COVID-19 website provides guidance and resources for workers and employers. OSHA has also issued the publication Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19 (English, Spanish). -
Pennsylvania
Chamber of Business and Industry
Office of Unemployment Compensation
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Rhode Island
Department of Health
Department of Labor and Training
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SBA Materials
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued guidance entitled SBA Disaster Assistance in Response to the Coronavirus, explaining how the SBA is offering designated states and territories low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
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South Carolina
Department of Employment and Workforce
- COVID-19 Related Unemployment Insurance Information
- COVID-19 and Unemployment Insurance Benefits FAQ
- Employment & Workforce COVID-19 Resource Hub
Department of Health and Environmental Control
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South Dakota
Department of Labor & Regulation
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Tennessee
Department of Labor & Workforce Development
Office of the Governor
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Texas
Economic Development
Workforce Commission
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Utah
Workforce Services
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Vermont
Agency of Commerce and Community Development
Department of Labor
State Government
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Virginia
Employment Commission
State Government
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Washington
Department of Health
Employment Security Department
Office of the Governor
Seattle
Office of Labor Standards
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West Virginia
Development Office
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Wisconsin
Department of Health Services
Department of Workforce Development
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Wyoming
Department of Workforce Services