PPB June 2020

Despite plans to reopen across the country, most voters support social distancing efforts to slow coronavirus. According to an NBC News/ Wall Street Journal poll, 58 percent of voters said they are concerned the measures might be lifted too soon, risking a second wave of outbreaks, compared with 32 percent who are more concerned the measures might stay in place, risking further economic hardship. In mid-April, the White House released guidelines for “Opening Up America Again” and listed “protect the health and safety of workers in critical industries” as a core responsibility of the states. This is also one of the key missions of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), a part of the U.S. Labor Department. It has limited workplace inspections and as of April 10, no longer enforces record-keeping requirements for COVID-19 cases, except when the employer can obtain clear evidence that an employee’s infection was work-related. Protecting workers from coronavirus has been left largely to employers. To get back to business, employers will need personal protective equipment such as face masks and hand sanitizer, and signage to promote social distancing and hand washing. Many companies are also looking for ways to let customers know they are open and about additional safety measures, as well as ways to show appreciation to their frontline workers. With the economy beginning to slowly accelerate forward, promotional products can be crucial for companies looking to reconnect with existing clients— and connect with new ones—in a unique and impressionable way. Products That Protect And Promote Signs are crucial for any work environments—they display important messages, direct visitors and tell potential shoppers that the business is open. This 18-inch-by-24-inch, USA-made, full-color corrugated plastic sign can be printed vertically or horizontally. Opt for an “H” stand to convert it to a yard sign. Galaxy Balloons / PPAI 113835, S8 www.galaxyballoon.com This multi-purpose wearable is the perfect accessory for showing off a favorite brand, sports team, company or organization. Made with soft stretch polyester, it can be used as a face mask, neckerchief, bandana, wristband, hood hair tie and more. Clients can customizable it on both sides with a PMS-color match imprint. A Prop 65 compliant product, wearing instructions are in each individually- wrapped package. Quinn / PPAI 360359, S6 www.quinnflags.com | JUNE 2020 | 39 GROW