Pennsylvania issues new COVID-19 measures that affect construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC

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The order states that employers must "mitigate or eliminate" workers and site visitors who cannot wear or refuse to wear an acceptable face covering. Workers who are physically isolated, like in the cab of heavy equipment, as they perform their jobs or who columbus oh dump truck company outside and do not expect to come within 6 feet of another worker do not have to wear a face covering in those sustained circumstances.

The state defines face coverings as material that covers the mouth and nose and is secured with ties, straps or loops over the ears or is wrapped around the lower face. Acceptable types of face coverings in addition to standard masks include factory-made and homemade:

• Scarves.
• Bandanas.
• Improvised coverings made from t-shirts, sweatshirts or towels.

The Pennsylvania directive also allows for a mask alternative — a face shield that covers the nose and mouth, extends to the ears and below the chin and leaves no gap between the forehead and headpiece. 

Workers are allowed to remove their face coverings under certain circumstances such as to receive medical treatment or for identification purposes.

Employers must ensure compliance with these rules and post signs at the workplace notifying workers and visitors.

The Pennsylvania measures come at a time when several states are walking back re-openings and even shutting down certain business sectors as cases soar. Three states — Virginia, Michigan and Oregon — have implemented emergency rules in response to the pandemic, including protocols for screening of employees and visitors, physical distancing measures and the use of masks and face shields.