In its continued effort to crack down on businesses that are in violation of COVID-19 safety guidelines and practices, the Michigan Occupational Health and Safety Administration (MIOSHA) has fined 19 businesses, including multiple roofing contractors.
MIOSHA is citing the companies under the general duty clause, which requires employers to provide a workplace that is free from recognized hazards that are causing, or are likely to cause, death or serious physical harm to the employee. On-site inspections conducted by MIOSHA determined the companies committed "serious violations" by failing to implement the necessary precautions to protect employees from COVID-19, including a lack of health screenings, face coverings, employee training and cleaning measures.