COVID-19 Reopening Guidance for Businesses and Workers
On January 5, Governor Inslee announced the Healthy Washington - Roadmap to Recovery plan, which lays out the process to safely reopen Washington state. The plan includes guidance for certain businesses and industries to help protect Washingtonians and minimize the spread of COVID-19.
The full Healthy Washington phased chart is available here.
Important Reference Documents
- Regional 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:
Religious and Faith-Based Organizations
Professional Services
Personal Services
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Weddings, Funerals and Events
Sports, Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness and Training
- Outdoor Recreation
- Water Recreation
- Sporting Activities
- Racing: non-motorized and motorized
- Golf
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. Industry-specific workplace requirements are listed below:
Additional Industry Requirements
- Agricultural Industry
- Agricultural Events
- Agritourism
- Car Washes
- Construction
- Domestic Services
- In Store Retail
- Libraries
- Manufacturing
- Miscellaneous Venues
- Motion Picture Industry
- Outdoor Maintenance/Landscaping
- Pet Grooming
- Professional Photography
- Real Estate
- Recovery Support Groups
- 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.