As a valued partner of SFM, we know that you look to us for expertise and answers. Like many other organizations involved in keeping our communities safe, we at SFM have been keenly following the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Your work comp experts at SFM are prepared as always to address your questions as they arise, including concerns regarding the potential impact of COVID-19 on your workforce and its relationship to workers’ compensation.
We compiled a list of COVID-19 resources relating to workers' compensation and will add to the list over time.
COVID-19 workers' compensation print resources
Infectious disease handout
State law addresses how workers' comp medical and wage-loss benefits apply when illnesses are contracted by or passed among workers.
SFM CEO message
Message from SFM President & CEO Terry Miller on COVID-19.
Working from home print resources
Ergonomic workstation handout
Handout used to illustrate appropriate positions and postures while sitting or standing at a workstation. Gives specifics on angles of worker and equipment.
Home office ergonomic tips
With the COVID-19 outbreak, many employees are working from home for the first time. Follow these tips when setting up your home office with the proper ergonomics in mind.
Get up and move poster
This poster illustrates warm-up exercises and stretches that employees can do during breaks. It's recommended to get up at least every hour to move your body, even when working at home.
COVID-19 related blog posts
Infectious diseases blog post
Legal and practical considerations on the eligibility of workers' comp for infectious diseases.
Ergonomics at home blog post
Recommendations on how to set up a safe, ergonomic workspace when working from home.
Working from home blog post
Get answers to workers' compensation liability questions when working from a home office.
Websites for more reputable information
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Coronavirus page
- Iowa Department of Health COVID-19 page
- Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus page
- Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services COVID-19 information
- South Dakota Department of Health COVID-19 updates and information
- Wisconsin Department of Health COVID-19 page
All SFM print resources
See the list of all resources available in our resource catalog below. Or visit the resource catalog to search for specific resources.
