COVID-19 Resources and Links Thursday, April 1, 2021 The MMRMA team regularly monitors news and information about the COVID-19 pandemic and the latest updates and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), and other public health authorities. Below is the latest information about the pandemic and current guidance relating to workplaces and other venues. These ongoing updates and resources are for the benefit of our members, their employees, and the citizens of Michigan. Please bookmark this page for easy access and contact us if you have questions or need assistance. We wish you a safe, healthy, and happy fall season. We remain focused, as ever, on diligent, timely service to our members. Thank you for your continued support and membership in MMRMA. Federal and State Resources: CDC Coronavirus Site Michigan Coronavirus Site MDHHS Coronavirus Site and Orders MDHHS Frequently Asked Questions MIOSHA Website Recent Updates: On Friday, November 19, 2021, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a Public Health Advisory in response to the COVID-19 case and hospitalization counts in the state. According to the advisory, “All Michiganders, regardless of vaccination status, should wear a mask in indoor public settings.” The document also includes other MDHHS recommendations to mitigate the spread of the virus. Go here to read or download the Public Health Advisory, which “takes effect immediately and remains in effect until further notice.” *** Many MMRMA members have questions as they prepare to navigate the Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) from the national Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) regarding COVID-19 vaccination mandates for employers with 100 or more employees. See OSHA’s webpage for information about the current status of the ETS, which includes this message: On November 12, 2021, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit granted a motion to stay OSHA’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard, published on November 5, 2021 (86 Fed. Reg. 61402) (“ETS”). The court ordered that OSHA “take no steps to implement or enforce” the ETS “until further court order.” While OSHA remains confident in its authority to protect workers in emergencies, OSHA has suspended activities related to the implementation and enforcement of the ETS pending future developments in the litigation. Before OSHA’s latest update, Plante Moran had prepared a tool members may find useful relating to this federal mandate. You can download the Plante Moran resource here. *** The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) confirmed a case of feline SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans) in Ingham County. A number of pets have tested positive for the virus globally, but this case, in a domestic shorthair cat, is the first known pet infection in Michigan. The press release states: “There is no evidence to suggesting animals are playing a significant role in the transmission of the virus to humans and that the possibility is very low.” Read more about this case and precautions here. *** On October 15, 2021, MDHHS updated its standing order relating to “authorization for COVID-19 testing that is not otherwise approved.” The new order outlines what tests are authorized and the required testing procedure for those administering COVID-19 tests pursuant to the order. You can read the full order here. *** On October 12, 2021, MDHHS set forth new regulations regarding COVID-19 diagnostic testing for residential care facilities, including nursing homes, homes for the aged and adult foster care facilities licensed to care for 13 individuals or more. Click here to access and read the full order. *** Michigan has an online COVID-19 dashboard. Developed through a collaboration between state agencies and the University of Michigan, the dashboard provides Michiganders with information about the status of the pandemic where they live and work. Go here to view and navigate the interactive dashboard: Michigan COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard MIOSHA Rules and Guidance Governing Workplace Safety: Resources can be also found on MIOSHA’s COVID web page: Michigan COVID-19 Workplace Safety Guidance. Back to News Room Latest News November 22, 2021 National News Roundup - November 22, 2021 November 8, 2021 National News Roundup - November 8, 2021 November 1, 2021 Managing Deer in Communities Stay Informed Want to subscribe to MMRMA newsletters? Please complete the following to request email subscriptions from MMRMA. 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