Enzi said that while it is commendable that OSHA and, more specifically, the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Labor, Charles Jeffress, acted expediently and issued the directive.
Questions still remain.
In January, red flags were raised after an advisory issued by OSHA declared that employers were legally responsible for the working conditions of employees who work at home. OSHA later rescinded the letter. Enzi said that he is still apprehensive to say that through the release of this directive the issue is solved. The directive is not permanently binding and therefore could be changed at any time. I intend to discuss this directive with employees and employers to help me determine the best course of action.