Can I change my NAICS code to a code that is essential?
The NAICS code that should be used is the NAICS code that the business had for their most recent unemployment and/or tax filings prior to the issuance of the State of Emergency. A business classified as non-essential who changes or adds a NAICS code in order to fall under the essential category will be subject […]
Read MoreWhat if my business has multiple NAICS codes?
Follow the least restrictive code. If one code is deemed essential while others are not, the business should be considered essential unless further clarification has been given by the state to you directly or through an industry trade group.
Read MoreWhat happens if my business fails to comply with the order, either regarding our status as essential or non-essential, or with following CDC guidelines?
Failure to follow CDC guidelines will result in closure on an individual firm basis until the State of Emergency is lifted. Businesses who continue to operate even if they have been deemed non-essential will be given an initial grace if their failure to comply was done after a good faith effort to clarify their status, […]
Read MoreHow do I determine if my business is designated as essential?
The easiest way is to use the four-digit NAICS code associated with the business. If you are the owner of the business, you can locate your NAICS code by a) looking at your unemployment insurance forms, b) looking at your most recent tax returns, or c) searching Google for your industry followed by the term […]
Read MoreMy employer says our business is essential, do I still need to report to work?
Staffing questions should be addressed between employers and employees. As long as employers are following applicable guidelines on both leave and on the recent essential designation, then employees should handle any requests directly with employers.
Read MoreDoes the order require that I obtain any paperwork, either as an employer or an employee of an essential business, to clarify that status?
No, it does not, and no such paperwork is needed. A full list of essential industries can be found here. If your business activity is on that list, your business is permitted to remain open as long as it follows all necessary CDC guidelines for safety at this time.
Read MoreDoes COVID-19 affect animals?
For more complete guidance on COVID-19 and pets, please click here.
Read MoreWhat does isolation mean, and how is it different from quarantine?
Isolation and quarantine help protect the public by preventing exposure to people who have or may have a contagious disease. Isolation separates sick people with a contagious disease from people who are not sick. Quarantine separates and restricts the movement of people who were exposed to a contagious disease to see if they become sick. […]
Read MoreWhat should older people do to stay safe?
The CDC says early data suggests that people 60 and older are twice as likely to suffer a serious illness from coronavirus disease than younger people. For seniors and people with serious chronic health conditions such as heart and lung disease, diabetes and cancer, the CDC recommends that they “avoid crowds as much as possible.” […]
Read MoreShould my organization cancel an upcoming event?
Delawareans should refrain from organizing or attending social gatherings of any size, except for regular interactions with immediate family members, members of the same household, caregivers, or individuals with whom you have a close personal relationship. Event hosts should review the potential risks and cancel all “non-essential mass gatherings” of 50 people or more. CDC […]
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