With talks of quarantine restrictions slowly beginning to lift in certain regions, businesses can rejoice that they will be able to open their doors again soon.

However, companies must, first and foremost, evaluate the current government orders and the restrictions of their region to determine whether they can legally reopen their workplace. Before resuming regular business operations, it is also critical that companies develop a comprehensive return-to-work plan that acknowledges and eases the uncertainty and anxiety surrounding COVID-19.

Here are some key factors to take into consideration when planning an effective return-to-work plan.

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