Families First Coronavirus Response Act
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which takes effect April 1, will give all American businesses with fewer than 500 employees funds to provide employees with paid leave, either for the employee’s own health needs or to care for family members. The legislation will ensure that workers are not forced to choose between their paychecks and the public health measures needed to combat the virus while at the same time reimbursing businesses. The three major components of this bill that will
Construction Job Site Guidance for Coronavirus
The Construction Industry Safety Coalition (CISC) has published guidance for construction employers, employees and contractors on coronavirus exposure prevention, preparedness and response. National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is a key member of CISC. The guidance describes how to prevent worker exposure to coronavirus, protective measures to be taken on the job site, personal protective equipment and work practice controls to be used, cleaning and disinfecting procedures, and what to do if a
Personal Protective Equipment Requested
Governor Henry McMaster has asked construction contractors and others in the skilled trade industry to donate whatever personal protective equipment they can spare to healthcare professionals and state agencies in the greatest need, including respirator masks commonly used in construction settings. Kershaw County has a need for " safety glasses or goggles, possible face shields. Also N95 masks. For the eye protection around 60 pairs would be awesome and around 100 N95 mask. Anything that would be received
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to South Carolina
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to South Carolina small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by the President, to declare a disaster following a request received from Gov. Henry
Viral Economic Stress
The last two weeks have seen growing concern and economic stress related to coronavirus mitigation efforts and social distancing. These recommended strategies will continue to place large sections of the U.S. economy on pause for at least the next few weeks — and potentially much longer. Postponed events, cancelled travel plans and deferred service consumption all represent lost economic activity. With a growing number of individuals altering their work schedules and working from home, construction and
Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers COVID-19
This guidance is based on what is currently known about the transmission and severity of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) will update this guidance as needed and as additional information becomes available. This document is intended to be statewide guidance to help both businesses and employers inform their decision making. Decisions businesses, employers and local public health officials should be determined by the specific
Coronavirus : What Businesses Need to Know
NAHB is closely monitoring the spread of COVID-19 (aka Coronavirus Disease 2019) to stay ahead of this rapidly evolving situation and keep members appropriately informed. On Feb. 28, the World Health Organization (WHO) upgraded the global risk from the new coronavirus to “very high.” NAHB will provide additional analysis of how this global health crisis could impact housing as more information becomes available. In the meantime, here is a brief economic analysis as well as resources to help businesses
HBI and Home Depot Foundation Partner for Youth Trades Training Program
The Home Builders Institute (HBI) has announced The Home Depot Foundation (THDF) will commit up to $500,000 to fund student training in home construction careers in high schools across the country. Additionally, the National Housing Endowment (NHE), the philanthropic arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), has pledged $200,000 in support of the effort. This combined $700,000 will provide training to thousands of students for construction trades skills. The funds will allow HBI and THDF to
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