Reopen - 2 - Staffing
Being able to reopen may depend heavily on your ability to have the staff available to meet demand. Begin by reviewing the questions below and then the topic-specific resources.
- Have you created a staffing plan to reopen? Will it need to be set in phases?
- Will you need to lay anyone off?
- Will your staff be able to work fully or partially on a remote basis?
- Have you communicated with your employees about the plan?
- Have you considered what your new staffing model means in terms of your obligations, e.g., insurance, taxes, benefits, etc.?
- Do you have a plan to train your staff on new procedures – including safety and health procedures?
Resources
U.S. Department of Labor – Coronavirus ResourcesOSHA – Coronavirus Resources
FCC – Home Network Tips for the Coronavirus Pandemic
New York Forward Returning Worker Bill of Rights
Article - Human Resources Aspects of Reopening Offices – Strategies for Human Resources
NY SBDC Webinar – 5 Ways to Stay Secure While Working From Home