Artisan Group Members Manufacture Intubation Boxes to Help Fight COVID-19

Artisan Group, a network of countertop fabrication professionals, announced its members are now manufacturing intubation box shields to protect ER medical professionals from COVID-19 when they intubate a patient. Members are providing these shields to hospitals at no cost. Thus far, 12 intubation box shields have been provided to hospitals … Read more

Business Sense: COVID-19 Crisis Conversations

By Katherine Gifford of Moraware We Talked to 3 Countertop Shops During the COVID-19 Crisis It’s a trying time right now for businesses deemed non-essential in certain areas. Some countertop shops seem to be doing just fine, while some shops across the globe are closing their doors until further notice. … Read more

Conditions for Home Contractors Begin to Stabilize

According to an article recently released by Qualified Remodeler, a new weekly survey of home-improvement contractors shows that conditions have improved after the initial COVID-19 lockdown crisis. If you would like to keep track of conditions yourself, the Farnsworth Group and Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) provide frequent updates on … Read more

Video: Park Industries Messaging During Tough Times

During the current troubled times that not only this industry, but virtually all industries are facing, it is critical to establish clear messaging that you are there for your customer and will be for the long haul. Park Industries recently put out such a video that is a prime example … Read more

OSHA Issues Enforcement Guidance For Recording Cases of COVID-19

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued interim guidance for enforcing OSHA’s record-keeping requirements (29 CFR Part 1904) as it relates to recording cases of COVID-19. Under OSHA’s record-keeping requirements, COVID-19 is a recordable illness, and employers are responsible for recording cases of COVID-19, if the following applies: Is confirmed … Read more

Webinar: Analysis of Family First Coronavirus Response Act

This recorded webinar shared March 24, 2020, by Allied Construction Industries helps businesses understand and navigate the emergency rules set forth by HR 2601 – the “Families First Coronavirus Response Act.” It focuses on how these emergency guidelines may affect your business and employees. Keep in mind this does not … Read more

U.S. Department of Labor Provides COVID-19 Resources

As we all continue to navigate the uncertainty brought on by the novel coronavirus, the U.S. Department of Labor has launched a new website to make resources readily available for employers and workers amid the the COVID-19 pandemic. Workplace Safety The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has resources to … Read more

OSHA Releases Alert and Guidance on COVID-19

By now, we are all aware of the threat of the COVID-19 virus and what it means to quarantine, and OSHA has been working diligently to give employers as much information as possible to curb the spread of infections. Many states are now under “shelter in place” orders and have … Read more

SOLA Group Inc. Hosts Free Webinar: Navigating COVID-19 Business Disruption

SOLA Group Inc., publisher of Kitchen & Bath Design News, Qualified Remodeler and Residential Design, will be offering a free webinar on Monday, March 23, 2020 at 12 p.m. ET. The complimentary webcast, courtesy of Qualified Remodeler, MarketSharp and Dave Yoho Associates, will deal with the impact of the Coronavirus. … Read more

Coverings Cancels Due to COVID-19 Concerns

Coverings has been monitoring the domestic and global developments regarding the coronavirus pandemic for several weeks.  The health and safety of our exhibitors and attendees are very important to Coverings. Given the public health emergency we are currently facing, we believe the only prudent action at this time is for … Read more