Gov. Whitmer’s Administration Clarifies ‘Essential’ Construction Projects, Responds to Industry’s Call for COVID-19 Protections
The Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association on Friday officially asked Governor Whitmer to deem all construction field operations as non-essential to protect the health and safety of industry employees and to allow for all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be focused on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic (at hospitals and medical facilities). After discussing the request with the administration, MITA Executive Vice President Mike Nystrom issued the following statement:
“We respect the Governor’s decision to continue work on state projects where and when our contractors and their workers can stay on the job in a safe manner. Our understanding is that essential construction projects will proceed where possible and where the health and safety of workers can be protected following the universal precautions recommended by public health agencies and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.