Category: Regulations

Apr 09
List N: Disinfectants for Use Against SARS-CoV-2

All products on this list meet the EPA’s criteria for use against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Apr 08
Interim Guidance for Implementing Safety Practices for Critical Infrastructure Workers Who May Have Had Exposure to a Person with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19

ON April 8, the CDC published new guidelines for essential workers to return to work even if exposed to the virus. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/critical-workers/implementing-safety-practices.html

Apr 07
JCAHO Statement on Use of Face Masks Brought From Home

In a new statement, the Joint Commission (JCAHO) announced that it supports allowing healthcare staff to bring their own “standard” face masks or respirators to work if their healthcare organizations are not able to provide adequate protective equipment.

Apr 01
Medical Society of the State of New York – COVID-19 Resources for Physicians

The Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) provides a daily update on COVID-19 with important updates for all physicians in New York.

Mar 30
NY State Office of Mental Health – Guidance Documents

These guiding documents contain both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 information.

Mar 30
FDA List of Laboratories and Manufacturers that Offer Tests for COVID-19

What laboratories and manufacturers offer tests for COVID-19? The FDA will be updating this page as more information is added.

Mar 30
FDA COVID-19 Emergency Use Authorizations

This page lists current and terminated Emergency Use Authorizations that make available diagnostic and therapeutic medical devices to diagnose and respond to public health emergencies.

Mar 27
Key OSHA COVID-19 Standards

There is no specific OSHA standard covering COVID-19. However, some OSHA requirements may apply to preventing occupational exposure to COVID-19. This section covers the most relevant.

Mar 27
OSHA Guidance for Control and Prevention for Healthcare

OSHA has provided information for specific worker groups and their employers who may have potential exposures to COVID-19.