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title: OSHA Revised COVID-19 National Emphasis Program
description: OSHA has revised its national emphasis program for COVID-19. It adjusted the targeted industries for those who are most at risk for COVID-19 exposure but
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# [OSHA Revised COVID-19 National Emphasis Program](https://blog.nisbenefits.com/osha-revised-covid-19-national-emphasis-program)

 Written by [Erin Woulfe](https://blog.nisbenefits.com/author/erin-woulfe) | Jul 16, 2021 5:18:04 PM

*1 minute read*

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has revised its [national emphasis program (NEP)](https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/enforcement/directives/DIR_2021-03_CPL_03.pdf) for COVID-19. It adjusted the targeted industries for those who are most at risk for COVID-19 exposure but still includes health care and non-health care.

The revised NEP includes the updated [interim enforcement response plan](https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/standardinterpretations/2021-07-07) for non-health care establishments.

Employers should familiarize themselves with OSHA’s updated NEP, implementing all procedures, policies, etc. necessary for compliance. Employers can visit [OSHA’s COVID-19 website](https://www.osha.gov/coronavirus) for guidance on workplace safety requirements.

[Download the bulletin](https://blog.nisbenefits.com/hubfs/Blog%20-%20supporting%20documents/bulletin-osha-revises-national-emphasis-program.pdf) for more details.

*This blog is intended to be a compilation of information and resources pulled from federal, state, and local agencies. This is not intended to be legal advice. For up to the minute information and guidance on COVID-19, please follow the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and your local health organizations.*

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