Legislative Update April 2021
Overview of 2021-22 NYS Executive Budget and Significant Bills. View Here
Author Archive: Jay Mangione
Legislative Update August 2020
The NYS Legislature reconvened virtually in special session. Read update Here
NYC Joins All Regions with Phase Four Opening
NYC has now joined the other 9 regions in NYS for Phase 4 opening. For detailed information regarding re-opening protocols visit the NYS website here
Long Island Joins Regions Open for Construction
The construction industry is classified under Phase – One of the re-opening plan for New York State. As of May 27, 2020, each region of the State has entered phase one with the exception of New York City. Further information on the safety requirements and required affirmation can be accessed by following this link
Construction to Begin Reopening by Region
Construction has been classified as PHASE ONE, allowing business to resume on a regional basis, subject to following the health and safety guidelines. There are 10 regions statewide. Several upstate regions have met the criteria to reopen for phase one industries upon the expiration of NY Pause effective 5/15/2020. Several more regions are close. Please […]
OSHA Memorandum on COVID 19 Enforcement Guidance
April 13, 2020- This Interim Enforcement Response Plan for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) provides instructions and guidance to Area Offices and compliance safety and health officers (CSHOs) for handling COVID-19-related complaints, referrals, and severe illness reports. The scope of this guidance covers all investigations and inspections specifically related to the workplace hazard of SARS-CoV-2 (severe […]
COVID-19 Useful Links
Below is a list of links with information regarding COVID-19: Health NY CDC OSHA – Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID -19 NYC Health NYC Mayor’s Office US Department of Labor – Coronavirus