News Digest 6-24-2020

 

Healthcare whistleblower claims Nevada OSHA outed her

A front office supervisor at a Las Vegas ear, nose and throat medical practice says Nevada OSHA exposed her identity to her employer after she and a colleague brought a whistleblower complaint about health and safety hazards at the office. KTNV

 

As states reopen, Fed-OSHA to increase inspections in low-risk areas

Fed-OSHA has announced it plans to increase in-person inspections in areas with where the risk of transmitting COVID-19 is lower. While there are no specific COVID-19 regulations, the agency has identified specific standards that may be prioritized during an inspection. Body Shop Business

 

FDA revises authorizations for certain respirators during PPE shortages

Nearly half of the primary care physicians who responded to recent survey say they continue to lack personal protective equipment, a shortage that could be exacerbated by the Food and Drug Administration’s recent announcement that certain respirators should not be decontaminated for reuse. Healio

 

Do employers need to keep track of sick workers?

Most states don’t require employers to report COVID-19 cases to local health departments, though large workplace clusters are often identified by those agencies. What responsibility do employers have to keep track of sick workers? Marketplace

 

Attorneys discuss COVID-19 employment legislation, litigation FAQs

What are the types of claims employers may face related to COVID-19? What types of claims have been filed around the country? Are there any industry or timing trends in the Fed-OSHA complaints? A group of Ogletree Deakins attorneys discusses these and other questions. National Law Review