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7/30/21  2:04 pm
Commenter: Dennis A Edwards, CHST, OHST

Rescind the final standard
 

The overwhelming majority of the commenters do not support a continuation of the FPS much less support the proposed amendments.

The standard can't keep pace with the constant evolution of the virus.  

The standard was not and is still not needed.

DOLI has not shown how the FPS has been successful.  DOLI has not shown a need for the standard to continue.

Just this week the CDC guidance has once again changed.  So now, several parts of the amended standard would no longer be in line with current guidance.  Just like the previous iteration of the standard.

This can't continue.  Rescind the FPS.  There is enough information out there for working adults to make their own decisions about the protections that they need for their own health issues.  COVID is not a workplace issue.  It is unfair to make employers responsible for employees when they aren't on the job.

It is unfair for DOLI and the SHCB to promote divisiveness and discrimination amongst workers.  DOLI and the SHCB are not medical professionals or scientists and should in no way be trying to force vaccinations on the work force.

It is time to move on.  Rescind the FPS and let's get back to the business of real worker protections.

 

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