Updated April 1, 2020
The COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) situation is changing daily. While uncertainty is always difficult in the business world, it’s important to look to the experts for guidance in these unusual times. Links are provided here to give you easy access to resources from the CDC, OSHA, US Chamber of Commerce and the White House.
From the latest information on coronavirus to safety guidelines, travel advice and workplace preparation strategies, these websites can help your business prepare for potential impacts of the disease.
For updated information on coronavirus:
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
- World Health Organization (WHO): https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
- Guidelines from the White House:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/03.16.20_coronavirus-guidance_8.5x11_315PM.pdf
Safety guidelines:
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19
- Key OSHA Safety Standards for COVID-19: https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/standards.html
Travel advice:
- Frequently asked questions from the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/faqs.html
Guidance for workplace preparation:
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-business-response.html
- US Chamber of Commerce: https://www.uschamber.com/co/start/strategy/business-owner-tips-coronavirus-pandemic
- US Department of Labor: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic
- Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce: https://www.cisa.gov/publication/guidance-essential-critical-infrastructure-workforce
Potential assistance for business disruption:
- The Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act: https://www.sbc.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/2/9/29fc1ae7-879a-4de0-97d5-ab0a0cb558c8/1BC9E5AB74965E686FC6EBC019EC358F.the-small-business-owner-s-guide-to-the-cares-act-final-.pdf
- Small Business Administration Guidance and Loan Resources: https://www.sba.gov/page/guidance-businesses-employers-plan-respond-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
- US Department of Treasury: https://home.treasury.gov/cares
- Mueller Prost CPA + Advisors’ COVID-19 Accounting & Disclosure Implications: https://muellerprost.com/covid-19-accounting-and-disclosure-updates-and-implications/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=85364117&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9laM0TNlG-DZyjPG3aJ25_16k7VRudbbUoz97TjreXotAC3cCE_FiygazwkKdtD9FQQav7AJBZ5PhgFjv4LgOtiE6XP9j4vGVMO9XZjF18sXAlFsE&_hsmi=85364117
