By Michael Maggiotto, Jr. PHR, SHRM-SCP
An employer can use these forms with employees for self-certification before they return to the workplace either as a safety measure prior to starting a shift, or if they have been ill with COVID-19 or have had close contact with an individual diagnosed or showing symptoms of COVID-19. These forms add another layer of protection, helping businesses demonstrate they are taking all reasonable precautions to keep their worksites safe and could go a long way to reducing anxiety by employees and the chance of potential lawsuits.
Templates for Your Use: The following editable Word DOCX files may be used by your organization with your people.
COVID-19 Self-Certification Prior to Shift (.docx file)
The file contains employer Instructions, guidelines, and a form that may be customized and used by the company for self-certifying employees prior to the start of their shift.
Self-Certification to Return to Work after COVID-19 Exposure & Symptoms (.docx file)
Contains employer Instructions, guidelines, and a form that may be customized and used by the company for self-certifying employees prior to their return— if they have had symptoms of COVID-19, they have had close contact with an individual diagnosed or showing symptoms of COVID-19, or have been directed to self-isolate or quarantine by your health care provider or a public health official.
If you would like to personalize these templates to reflect specific aspects of your culture or require more HR expertise pertaining to normalizing your operations, please contact BEST today.