Coronavirus and the workplace: what employers can do to prevent an outbreak
The coronavirus has been identified in patients in a growing number of countries, including Canada, the United States, Australia, Germany, France, Japan and China.
2020 influenza
Flu season generally runs from October to April each year. The Flu is a respiratory (i.e., nose, throat, and lung) infection that can be caused by a variety of viruses. For most people, the Flu lasts 1 to 2 weeks. Ensure that your workplace is prepared for this flu season to ensure the protection of your workers.
Cold and flu season has arrived ̶ Is your workplace prepared?
Cold and flu season has arrived. Cold and flu spread more easily in the cold winter months because they thrive in colder, less humid environments. Thus, between October and February of each year, virtually thousands of employees get sick with the cold and/or flu, and that translates into lost work time, reduced productivity and disruption of workplace operations. As we all know, the flu can wreak havoc in the workplace as it spreads very quickly. What can employers do to minimize the impact of colds and influenzas (flus) on the workplace?
