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(8/20) OSHA Recommends Masks for Many Vaccinated Workers

By Joanne Kaldy / August 19, 2021

In light of the influx of the Delta variant of the coronavirus and the uptick in COVID-19 infections, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has revised its guidance on masking:

  • Vaccinated workers in close quarters or high community transmission areas should wear masks to protect unvaccinated workers.
  • Vaccinated employees who come into close contact with COVID-infected people should wear masks for up to 14 days unless they have a negative test at least 3-t days post contact.
  • The updated guidance is advisory, rather than mandatory. However, it does offer practical indications for employers about how to satisfy their lawful dties to provide a safe and healthy workplace free from recognized hazards.

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