OR-OSHA is planning to announce the final temporary Oregon OSHA COVID-19 rules and timeline the week of November 2. You can see OSHA’s announcement here. The temporary rules establish new health and safety requirements for all workplaces and additional requirements...

OSHA list of prevention measures workplaces can take to reduce the risk of exposure to coronavirus & covid-19.

Prepare a bleach solution by mixing 5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water or 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water. Businesses and other organizations should consider professional cleaning and disinfection for their facilities.

Unexpired household bleach is effective against coronaviruses and COVID when properly diluted.

The Springfield and Eugene Chambers of Commerce have partnered to work with our local business leaders to develop Back to Business: A Guide to Reopening, a resource to help you navigate our state’s guidelines for reopening your business, keeping the safety of your employees and customers top of mind. This framework is a living document and will be continually updated as more guidance is received from the State of Oregon around industry specific reopening guidelines,and rule changes that occur as we move through the Governor’s three phased reopening strategy.

CDC Guidance for cleaning and disinfecting your facility if someone is sick:

The CDC guidance provides recommendations on the cleaning and disinfection of rooms or areas occupied by those with suspected or with confirmed COVID-19. It is aimed at limiting the survival of SARS-CoV-2 in key environments. 

Reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19 by cleaning and disinfection is an important part of reopening public spaces that will require careful planning. Cleaning and disinfecting public spaces including your workplace, school, home, and business will require you to:...