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

Building Stonework That Lasts Beyond the Surface
April 2026

How Today’s Systems Strengthen Traditional Masonry In masonry, longevity has always been the true measure of craftsmanship. Any wall can look impressive the day it’s finished, but the real test comes years later, after the first freeze-thaw cycle, after t

Mastering The Art Of Masonry Repair: The Dos and Don’ts
April 2026

Whether we specialize in repairs and restoration work or new construction, repairs are something that we all must do, at least from time to time. With ever-increasing competition from faster and cheaper building systems, the onus is on us as masonry profe

The Evolution of Brick Staining: From Color Complaints to Industry Essential
April 2026

Over thirty years ago, much of the conversation around brick staining centered on color complaints. In the early days, nearly all of our work stemmed from those situations, projects where something had gone wrong, and staining was brought in as a correcti

Is Contact with Wet Mortar or Grout Dangerous?
April 2026

In the world of masonry, few materials are as common as mortar and grout. Whether you are laying brick, concrete masonry units (CMU), or pouring grout into masonry walls, wet cement and mortar are constant companions. However, beneath their utility lies a