Reopening Guidance for Businesses and Workers
Date postedJune 1, 2021
On March 11, 2021, Governor Inslee announced the Healthy Washington - Roadmap to Recovery plan will be transitioning from a regional approach to a county-by-county evaluation process. The governor also announced that a new third phase of the Roadmap has been added, and effective Monday, March 22, the entire state will enter Phase 3.
The full Healthy Washington phased chart is available here.
Important Reference Documents:
- County Phase Status (“Roadmap to Recovery”)
- Outdoor and Open-air Structures (with FAQ)
- Facial Coverings Guidance for Businesses
- Voluntary Contact Information
Healthy Washington Requirements:
The following business activities must adhere to the occupancy and operation requirements outlined for their region’s Healthy Washington phase:
Spectator Events
Religious and Faith-Based Organizations
Professional Services
Personal Services
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Weddings, Funerals and Events
Sports, Recreation and Fitness
Indoor Entertainment Establishments
Outdoor Entertainment Establishments
All employers must follow COVID-19 prevention protocols for employees as required by the Department of Labor and Industries.
Additional Industry Requirements:
- Manufacturing
- Miscellaneous Venues
- Motion Picture Industry
- Outdoor Maintenance/Landscaping
- Pet Grooming
- Professional Photography
- Real Estate
- Theater and Performing Arts
- Transportation
- Vehicle and Vessel Sales
- Workforce Education Programs
For additional industry-specific safety practices, including those for Farm and Agricultural Workers, Food Workers and Establishments, schools, healthcare providers, and others, please visit the Department of Health’s Resources and Recommendations Page.