As the coronavirus continues to spread around the world, companies are taking steps to safeguard workers from the outbreak. Travel is limited. Temperature checks of workers are underway. Others are adopting “social distancing policies,” or a strong recommendation to work remotely.
Communication is key for employers to reinforce sick leave policies, but the official details about the virus should come from government officials.
We understand the scare, but they shouldn’t be acting out of a place of fear. If you have an employer who is deciding who to send home or not, on what basis are you making that?