Nearly 600 Workers At North Carolina Tyson Plant Positive For COVID-19

Employees and contractors at a North Carolina poultry plant tested positive for COVID-19, leading to a temporary closure for deep cleaning. Testing was conducted by health departments and on-site by the company, resulting in 570 positive cases, mostly asymptomatic. Tyson implemented safety measures like plastic sheeting and social distancing, and provides paid leave for affected employees, who can only return after meeting CDC criteria.

How many employees and contractors tested positive for COVID-19 at the North Carolina poultry plant?

What was the reason for the plant's closure prior to reopening?

What percentage of the tested workers were asymptomatic?

What measures did Tyson implement to ensure the safety of their workers?

What criteria must employees meet to return to work after testing positive?