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

Remembering Paul Odom
December 2025

The masonry industry lost a true titan and a dedicated leader with the passing of Paul Odom. Known for his unwavering commitment to his craft and his community, Paul leaves behind a legacy defined not just by the structures he helped build.

Managing the Modern Jobsite: How MSV Helps Crews Do More with Less in 2026
December 2025

On today’s jobsites, efficiency is becoming as essential as craftsmanship. Crews are working with fewer hands, tighter schedules, and greater pressure to deliver high-quality results without increasing costs. It’s a reality affecting everything from resid

A Free Resource for Contractors: The Block Design Collective
December 2025

The Concrete Masonry Checkoff has launched the Block Design Collective (BDC), a national resource that provides fast, reliable guidance for anyone designing or building with concrete masonry. For contractors, the benefit is straightforward: better informa

The Hidden Forces That Build America: Arching Action and the Tools We Trust
December 2025

Most people at World of Concrete can identify a CMU block from 50 feet away. Some can even smell Type S mortar curing from across the hall. But mention the phrase “arching action,” and you will see a surprising number of boots shift and eyes drift toward