Early Phase 2 Reopenings
Today, the Governor announced that California would move to the early stages of Phase 2 of the COVID-19 response effective tomorrow, May 8. Early Phase 2 reopens retail for curbside pick-up, manufacturing and logistics. Offices and restaurants have not yet been released to open but are slated for later in Phase 2. There are no changes to essential businesses including agriculture. Requirements for counties to move further into Phase 2 will be published on Tuesday, May 12.
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Please see the attached overview from Kahn, Soares & Conway outlining the Governor’s Executive Order today granting limited COVID-19 coverage under Workers’ Compensation.
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Surface Disinfectants
Attached is a list of updated information on California approved surface disinfectants by company and by type. A company resource directory is also included.
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Overweight Truck Permit Available but Limited
Caltrans has issued a press release on special permits authorizing overweight trucks to deliver emergency COVID-19 supplies. In discussions with CDFA, we understand that this should apply to ag products throughout the supply chain that support food deliveries to retail outlets. The new permits option does not apply to export.
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Here is updated information from Kahn, Soares & Conway on the Families First Act following additional clarification from the US Treasury Department.
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Cal-OSHA Guidance for Ag
OSHA has issued the following guidance documents on COVID-19 for Ag operations. This document can serve as a good checklist for your operations.
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CA Approved Surface Sanitizers
The CRC has complied the following list of approved sanitizers for use in California from the much longer EPA list released last week. These materials can be used to clean surfaces in plants and on farms. The list is presented by type – wipes, solids, ready to use and dilutable and includes information on contact time.
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Attached is an updated FAQ from Kahn, Soares & Conway on implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. This updated document reflects guidance issued by the Department of Labor regarding small businesses with under 50 employees and credits for employers.
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The Families First Act, passed Congress and signed by the President last week, is intended support employees during the Covid-19 response. Importantly, the Act requires employers to do the following, effective April 2:
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We are providing the attached documents to assist you, as you continue to farm and mill rice and confront the likelihood that employees contract the coronavirus.
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