Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions (AMS) is hosting an informational webinar on September 2 for small to mid-size manufacturing firms interested in minimizing the risk of COVID-19 outbreaks in their facilities. During the webinar, public health experts from consumer safety leader NSF International will share tips and guidance for manufacturers concerned about minimizing the virus that causes COVID-19 in the workplace.

The webinar will also provide details about an AMS-funded program that provides small to midsize Arkansas manufacturers with no-cost initial assessments of their COVID-19 risks. NSF is one of three organizations approved to offer the AMS-funded assessments.

Small and midsize manufacturers can face unique challenges when it comes to protecting their employees and customers during the pandemic. In these businesses, even a small outbreak can dramatically reduce production, or cause a complete facility shutdown, due to isolation requirements when workers are exposed to the virus.

NSF is currently assessing and developing COVID-19 prevention and reopening plans for businesses and workplaces around the world – from iconic fast food restaurants and popular hotel chains to office buildings, manufacturing facilities and museums. Locations that successfully create and fully implement a COVID-19 stay-open program will be included in NSF’s online registry and granted permission to post the Checked by NSF™ signage on-site.