Designed to get employees back on the job safely and effectively, Back to Business Illinois is a free, voluntary service through the State of Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) connecting small businesses of 250 employees or less with consultants who will help them address workplace safety and health issues related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic.
During one-hour confidential consultations via teleconferencing, participating businesses will create a plan to ensure a safe, healthy and productive environment for employees and visitors.
This is a non-punitive program, with no fines or citations are associated with it. It is designed entirely as a benefit to empower Illinois small businesses to get back to business safely.
The IDOL also offers a free, voluntary “Back to Business” self-certification designed to show employees and visitors that necessary measures have been addressed to keep them safe and healthy. Businesses can voluntarily complete a series of modules online and institute the necessary practices to ensure they are promoting a safe work environment and operating responsibly. The online guidance and education program will emphasize areas including basic infection prevention, physical space modification, infectious disease planning, employee monitoring and workplace flexibility.