OTA Dispatch Issue 3, 2020

22 Oregon Trucking Associations, Inc. Oregon Truck Dispatch As of July 24, 2020, face coverings are required for all Oregonians ages five and up in indoor public spaces (for example, grocery stores, pharmacies, public transit, personal services providers, restaurants, bars, retail stores), and outdoors when six feet of distance cannot be maintained. And pursuant to Governor Brown’s County Specific Mask, Face Shield, Face Covering Guidance, businesses in Clackamas, Clatsop, Hood River, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, and Washington Counties must, “[r]equire employees, contractors, volunteers, customers, and visitors to wear a mask, face shield, or face covering,” unless an accommodation or exemption is required by law or one of the Governor’s exemptions applies. The guidance specifically mandates businesses provide such masks, face shields, or face coverings for employees. As always, employers should consult their legal counsel to address issues specific to their workplace, as each worksite presents its own challenges. In the meantime, feel free to review the list of Employer Resources prepared by the Markowitz Herbold Employment Team.  About the Authors Laura Salerno Owens, President and Shareholder Laura is the Chair of the Firm’s Employment Practice Group, where she has represented employers and executives in hundreds of high-stakes employment issues. She has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America, named a Super Lawyer by Oregon Super Lawyers, selected by the Portland Business Journal as a “Forty Under 40,” recognized as a Woman of Influence by the Portland Business Journal, and named one of the top 100 Legal Influencers in the U.S. by the Business Journals. Anthony Blake, Attorney, Markowitz Herbold PC Anthony is a litigator that focuses on employment matters and sports litigation. He handles matters involving a multitude of employment issues, including discrimination, equal pay, wrongful termination, noncompetition, theft of company property, and retaliation claims. He also represents global athletic companies and athletes in disputes such as endorsement agreements, sales contracts and licensing. Anthony is recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers.® Liability, cont. FMCSA Update Active Shooter Awareness Advanced Driver Assistance Drones in Accident Investigation & Reconstruction Harassment Policies …And More Sponsorship opportunities available! REGISTER NOW: www.ortrucking.org/events TOPICS: October 8-9th | Graduate Hotel, Eugene, OR