Employee Temperature Check & Health Screening Questionnaire

This legal template is designed to address the requirement under USA law for conducting employee temperature checks and health screenings in the workplace. With recent health concerns and the need to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, employers must implement measures to protect the health and safety of their workforce. This template outlines the necessary procedures and legal considerations for implementing temperature checks and health screening questionnaires in compliance with USA laws and regulations.

The template includes provisions and guidelines for conducting temperature checks and obtaining health information from employees to assess their fitness for work. It covers topics such as the purpose and scope of the temperature checks and health screenings, employee consent and confidentiality, collection and retention of health data, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to privacy, data protection, and anti-discrimination.

Additionally, the template addresses the circumstances under which an employee may be denied entry to the workplace based on their temperature reading or the responses provided in the health screening questionnaire. It also includes provisions for employees who develop symptoms during working hours, addressing their isolation, reporting, and subsequent actions by the employer to maintain a safe working environment.

This legal template is intended to provide employers with a comprehensive framework to carry out temperature checks and health screenings in a lawful and responsible manner, ensuring compliance with USA legal requirements while safeguarding employee privacy and protecting against discriminatory practices.