New Masking Guidance for CA Employers

On February 28, 2022, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued new guidance on the state's masking requirements to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The key changes in the guidance show a post-Omicron variant and surge shift from mandatory masking, to a strong recommendation to mask in certain settings.
In response, Governor Newsom signed an Executive Order which specifically suspends the Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) requirement for indoor masking of unvaccinated workers.
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