COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Comprehensive Resource List

Words: Dan Kamys

OSHA
June 19, 2020: OSHA Clarifications Impact The Masonry Industry
April 10, 2020: OSHA Enforcement Guidance for Recording Cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) 
April 5, 2020: OSHA Issues Enforcement Policies On Respiratory Protection
Enforcement Guidance On Respiratory Protection And N95 Shortage Due To Coronavirus

Government Assistance Details
COVID-19-Related Tax Credits For Required Paid Leave Provided by Small and Midsize Businesses FAQs
Paycheck Protection Program Sample Application

Construction Industry Safety Coalition Job Site Recommendations
DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENT: ï»¿Exposure Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Plan UPDATED 10/29/20
DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENT: ï»¿Checklist For Employers and Employees
DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENT: Employee Notification of Exposure
DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENT: Essential Industry Employee Notification
DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENT: Tool Box Talk
SPANISH LANGUAGE DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENT: Checklist For Employers and Employees
SPANISH LANGUAGE DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENT: Employee Notification of Exposure
SPANISH LANGUAGE DOWNLOADABLE DOCUMENT: Tool Box Talk

Stimulus Bill Summaries
Coronavirus Stimulus Bill Section By Section
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act

U.S. Small Business Administration Resources During COVID-19 Crisis
U.S. SBA Coronavirus Resources Page

OSHA's Coronavirus Reporting Requirements
OSHA Recording and Reporting of Cases of COVID-19
Senate Approves Paid Sick Leave, Family Medical Leave Expansion; Bill Expected to Become Law
Technical Explanation Of Division G, "Tax Credits For Paid Sick and Paid Family And Medical Leave"
Department of the Treasury Stage Three Proposal

Additional Business and Family Resources
US Department of Health and Human Services
Twitter
Facebook
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Twitter
Facebook
What you should know: 
Workplace, School, and Home Guidance
How COVID-19 Spreads
Symptoms
Prevention & Treatment
Testing
Frequently Asked Questions
What To Do If You Are Sick With COVID-19
Stigma Related to COVID-19
What You Need To Know
Facts About COVID-19
Information For People At Higher Risk and Special Populations
Communication Resources

Situation Updates
Situation Summary
Cases in the U.S.
Global Locations with COVID-19
Risk Assessment
CDC in Action: Preparing Communities

Information for Businesses:
Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers
Information for Communities, Schools, and Businesses
Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations – Community Facilities
DOL: Guidance for Preparing Workplaces for Coronavirus
DOL: OSHA Resources for Workers and Employers on COVID-19
WHO: Get Your Workplace Ready for COVID-19
CISA: Risk Management for COVID-19
EPA: Disinfectants for Use Against COVID-19

Information for Travel and Transportation
Information for Travel
Guidance for Ships
Guidance for Airlines and Airline Crew
State: Travel Advisories
State: Traveler's Checklist
State: Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
DOT: FAQs from FTA Grantees Regarding COVID-19

Information for Families and Households:
Information on COVID-19 for Pregnant Women and Children
Interim Guidance for Household Readiness
Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations for US Households
Guidance for Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in Homes and Residential Communities
FAQ: COVID-19 and Children
EPA: Disinfectants for Use Against COVID-19

Stepped White Brick Facade Shows How Masonry Can Shape A Modern School In France
March 2026

A school project in France is drawing attention for a stepped white brick facade that wraps a group of campus buildings. The design, featured by Designboom, is a reminder that brick is not just a material choice, it can be the architectural “language” tha

Zigzagging Brick Facade Showcases Masonry Craft At Somerset Shoemaking Museum
March 2026

A new shoemaking museum in Somerset is getting attention for a zigzagging brick facade, a detail that turns a simple exterior into a piece of craftsmanship. For the masonry industry, it is another reminder that brick can do more than “finish” a building,

Beijing Tightens Great Wall Protections, Raising The Bar For Masonry Preservation Work
March 2026

Beijing has enacted new regulations aimed at strengthening protection of the Great Wall, according to Global Times. For anyone who works on historic brick and stone structures, it is a reminder that masonry preservation depends on clear rules, careful pla

Heritage Stone Restoration And DOFF Cleaning Spotlight Specialized Masonry Care
March 2026

A London Daily News item points readers to Shire Stone Care’s focus on heritage stone restoration and a cleaning approach known as DOFF. For mason contractors, it is a timely reminder that historic stone and mortar demand cleaning and repair methods that