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\"\"<\/a>The best way to avoid contracting or spreading COVID-19 is to wear a mask when you leave your home. That\u2019s why almost all states have guidelines on the books recommending or requiring them. But since you can\u2019t do all your work from home, eventually you and your employees will have to go back to the jobsite. In many cases, that means you\u2019ll need to persuade them to wear masks. Here\u2019s what you can do.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stay Updated on PPE Guidelines
\n<\/b>The one constant right now is change, which means that you will need to stay updated on the current best practices. At present, until a vaccine is both available and widely used, wearing a mask and practicing social distancing on the jobsite is likely to be recommended if not required. Remember that requirements may be implemented at the state level or by the city. This means that you should plan to follow whichever rules are the strictest. In some states, inspectors are showing up unannounced and fining companies that do not comply with local regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Identify Acceptable Masks
\n<\/b>There have been many innovations in masks that people can wear with in the last few months. This doesn\u2019t mean that all of them have the same level of protection. As a general rule, N95 masks are the best tools to avoid spreading contagion like COVID-19. But in many parts of the country, N95 masks have been prohibitively expensive or completely unavailable. This means that you may have to use something else. Keep in mind that any mask that has an open space or a mesh screen to improve air circulation is unlikely to provide nearly as much protection.<\/span><\/p>\n

Talk to Employees About Common Problems
\n<\/b>Ultimately, people are going to have a variety of reasons that they do not want to wear a mask. If you live in a part of California that becomes extremely hot during the summer, wearing a mask all day may be more difficult than if you live and work near the coast. Some people have common breathing conditions that can make wearing a mask regularly difficult to manage. But you won\u2019t know which problems your employees are having until you ask them. Give workers the opportunity to speak frankly about their concerns, and make a note of them. Be sure to avoid dismissing anything out of hand, because it\u2019s better to find a solution instead.<\/span><\/p>\n

Look for Solutions
\n<\/b>There isn\u2019t going to be a solution for every single problem people have related to wearing masks. The fact of the matter is that most people aren\u2019t accustomed to wearing them on a regular basis, especially not at work. But you know that it is something that can be done, so it\u2019s time to research new approaches. People in industries like manufacturing or healthcare may have to wear masks all day long, every day. Research how these people manage to do it to get ideas. Consider options like:<\/span><\/p>\n