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UPDATE: NYS Health Department Interim Updated Isolation & Quarantine Guidance
The New York State Department of Health has adopted the U.S. Centers For Disease Control and Prevention's updated isolation and quarantine recommendations. (Jan. 4, 2022)
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New York State HERO Act - Airborne Infectious Disease Exposure Prevention Plans - Frequently Asked Questions
The New York Health and Essential Rights Act (HERO Act) took effect on July 4, 2021. It has two major parts, one of which requires employers to adopt plans to protect their employees and the public should another highly contagious disease break out. These are some questions many of you may have about the plan requirement.
FAQs
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Mask Mandates Lifting, Vaccines, & How Affinity HR Can Help (5/26/2021)
State mandates for face masks are changing as the CDC issues new guidelines for fully vaccinated people. What does this mean for your agency staff? Claudia St. John, President on Affinity HR Group will give you guidance on all things related to masks and vaccines in the workplace. Affinity HR Group offers a full range of HR consulting services at prices you can afford. Claudia will also guide you through the services available to you and the special pricing for Big I CT, NY and NJ members.
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CDC Face Mask Guidelines (5/17/2021)
Recently, the CDC released new guidance on recommended wearing of masks for those fully vaccinated for the COVID-19 virus. The CDC recommends that fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except when required by federal, state, local, tribal or territorial rules or if experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. Remember, the CDC guidelines are just that – guidelines. Therefore, if you are required by state or local regulations to maintain a mask mandate, for the time being, those requirements remain.
LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES
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GearUp! Your 30 Minute Guide to NYS Paid Sick Leave and COVID Vaccinations (1/15/2021)
Tim Dodge from Big I NY and Paige McAllister from Affinity HR Group walk you through all you need to know.
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Checklist: A Guide To Reopening
As you open your location (or open it further), we know it’s critical to maintain the health and safety of your employees and clients. It can be hard to stay on top of everything, so use this to help.
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New York Forward Guidelines for Offices
Customizeable Signs For Your Office
Customize your phone number and print these signs to hang inside and outside of your office.
How To Reopen During the Coronavirus Pandemic - Free Webinar
Our panel of experts answer questions and concerns you have regarding reopening.
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Return To Location (PDF)
Tips for bringing your staff and clients back to your office safely during the pandemic.
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CDC Posters For Your Office
Signs are available in multiple languages.
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Big I NY Member Survey On Reopening - Results
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Interium Guidance for Quarantine Restrictions Following Out of State Travel
NYS has joined with New Jersey and Connecticut in jointly issuing a travel advisory for anyone returning from travel to states that have a significant degree of community-wide spread of COVID-19.
Read it Here
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Return to Work Policy (from Affinity HR)
Our trusted partner Affinity HR has created "Return to Work" policy that your agency can adopt. Download it Now
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U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
View the CDC guidelines for businesses and workplaces. Visit Website
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New York State Department of Health
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