Key Considerations In Designing A Return To Work Plan

Although it is too early to know when America's workforce will return to offices and other places of work, it is prudent for companies to start preparing for the return of employees to the physical workplace.¹ This is particularly true as states and municipalities have begun to lift stay at home orders, in some cases with little notice to private enterprises.

This memorandum discusses key considerations that companies may wish to consider when designing a return to work plan in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Form a Return to Work Planning Team

Companies should establish a multi-disciplinary team that is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring a return to work plan. This team could be comprised of company leaders from key departments, such as legal, human resources, information technology, operations and health and safety, as well as representatives from employee constituent groups. Companies should also consider retaining external advisors