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WFCA will continue to keep members informed of developments. In the meantime, communicate your needs to us ASAP so that we can pass them along to legislators and agencies as these relief packages are negotiated. Commonly, the orders exempt facilities and workers that are included in the guidance issue by the U.S Department of Homeland Security, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). That guidance includes: Workers such as plumbers, electricians, exterminators, and other service providers who provide services that are necessary to maintaining the safety, sanitation, and essential operation of residences. While it could be argued that these exemptions apply to flooring retailers and contractors and would allow them to remain open and to continue to arrange installation, it is anticipated that these exemptions will be interpreted to allow the completion of any flooring installation and repairs that may cause a safety or health hazard. The very purpose of the exemption is to deal with emergencies and safety and health risks. Suggested Precautions: To the extent that a flooring retailer or contractor determines that it must provide flooring to meet a safety or health risk, the following precautions should be considered: 1. Any one feeling ill or showing signs of the coronavirus should not work 2.  If a customer must be met, limit the number of employees present and practice social distancing (6 feet apart) 3. Where possible, have Installers work at least 6 feet apart 4. Mask should be worn when available 5.  Gloves be provided that would be discarded whenever removed (lunch, breaks, restroom visits, etc.,) if possible, but at least each day or upon completion of the job 6. Hands should be washed with soap when gloves are removed 7. At a minimum, hand sanitizer should be used if hands cannot be washed 8. Workers should shower after leaving job site 9. Workers should launder work clothes daily While not failsafe, these precautions should limit workers exposure and risk of contacting the coronavirus. WFCA will continue to keep members informed of developments. In the meantime, communicate your needs to us ASAP so that we can pass them along to legislators and agencies as these relief packages are negotiated. Please send any suggestions to [email protected] and [email protected]. Premier Flooring Retailer | Q1 2020 9