It is recommended that employers lead with a common-sense approach to what is in the best interests of their employees and customers based on current CDC guidance, while complying with OSHA, the ADA, the FMLA, the FLSA, anti-discrimination laws and applicable privacy laws.

INQUIRIES AND MANDATORY QUARANTINES –

• If there is a reasonable basis to suspect exposure, it is OK to ask an employee questions aimed at determining the employee’s threat level to others or possible need for self-quarantine.

• If there is a reasonable basis based on current CDC guidelines that an employee may have COVID-19, it is OK to send them home. Employers have the right to take reasonable measures to protect: (1) the employee; (2) other employees; (3) customers; and (4) the Company…