Back To Work: Do I Need To Disclose COVID-19 Symptoms?

The video explores employee rights regarding COVID-19, focusing on three key questions: the obligation to disclose COVID-19 symptoms to employers, the possibility of continuing remote work if productivity is maintained, and the legal requirements for employers to notify employees about COVID-19 cases in the workplace. Experts clarify that while disclosing symptoms is not mandatory, it is ethically advisable. Employers can require employees to return to the office despite remote work productivity. There is no legal obligation for employers to inform employees about coworkers' COVID-19 status, highlighting gaps in current employment laws.

What are the potential consequences for an employee who does not disclose their COVID-19 status to coworkers?

What challenges do current employment laws present for workers in the context of COVID-19?