Working at Home & Social Distancing - FAQs:
- Once a pandemic begins, may employers mandate alternative work schedules (e.g., flex-time, staggered shifts) or alternative work arrangements (e.g., telework) to promote social distancing?
- May employers change work hours/schedules to minimize contact between employees?
- May employers close lunch rooms and other gathering places to minimize contact between employees?
- Are businesses and other employers required to cover any additional costs that employees may incur if they work from home (DSL line, computer, additional phone line, increased use of electricity, etc.)?
- In the event an organization bars employees from working from their current place of business and requires them to work at home, will employers have to pay those employees who are unable to work from home?
- Do employers have to pay employees their same hourly rate or salary if they work at home?
