The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) and Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) are launching a new program to support Michigan businesses to reopen safely amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The MIOSHA Ambassador Program offers education and one-on-one guidance to help businesses understand regulations on workplace safety.
“Michigan businesses and workers need support during these challenging times,” said Sean Egan, Michigan COVID-19 workplace director. “Education is essential with new guidance and directives regularly changing as we continue to battle with COVID-19. Ambassadors will work with businesses to correct any issues. We want to help employers understand and apply directives so they can comply, stay open and stay safe.”
MIOSHA has been working with Michigan employers to help comply with requirements of the governor’s executive orders, CDC guidance, and OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19.
This program enhances MIOSHA’s consultative services designed and focused on education. Guidance and resources are posted at Michigan.gov/COVIDWorkplaceSafety.
Ambassadors will visit businesses statewide to offer education and support, with a focus on workplaces with a higher risk of community transmission. That includes bars, restaurants, retail stores, gas stations, convenience stores, bowling alleys, and gyms. Ambassadors will not propose citations or issue penalties.
“Collaboration is key in the effort to stop the spread of COVID-19,” said MIOSHA Director Bart Pickelman. “Throughout the pandemic, we’ve heard from many employers and employees wanting to clarify regulations and determine how they apply to their specific workplace. This ambassador effort will bring that education and support directly to businesses across the state.”
As Michigan continues to reopen the economy, employers must operate in compliance with the current executive orders and state and federal guidelines.
Ambassadors will work with business owners and managers to best implement safety directives to help ensure a safe workplace for employees and customers. Ambassadors will utilize the Ambassador Assessment to evaluate safety precautions are put in place and will provide a toolkit of resources for additional ongoing support.
Educational materials in the Ambassador toolkit can be found at Michigan.gov/COVIDWorkplaceSafety and include:
• Sample COVID-19 preparedness and response plan
• Re-opening checklist
• Posters
• MIOSHA guidelines
• Factsheets for the employer and employee
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