California’s grand reopening day is almost here, but there have been some mixed messages about what is and isn't changing. Here's what will actually happen on Tuesday.
EFFECTIVE JUNE 15th, THESE ARE THE PLACES REQUIRING A MASK
Starting June 15th, Californians that are fully vaccinated -- meaning it’s been at least 2 weeks since your final dose of the Covid-19 vaccine -- will only need to wear masks in a few settings:
- On public transit, including trains, planes, buses and ride-shares, and at transportation hubs
- Indoors at K–12 schools and childcare settings
- At state and local correctional facilities and detention centers
- At homeless shelters, emergency shelters and cooling centers
Unvaccinated individuals still need to wear a mask in indoor public settings, including places like restaurants, movie theaters and retail shops.
WHAT IT MEANS FOR CALIFORNIA TO FULLY REOPEN ON JUNE 15th
For Businesses:
- No physical distancing requirements
For Venues:
- Recommended that mega-outdoor event venues with more than 10,000 attendees should require verification that patrons are vaccinated or provide negative COVID tests
- Non-vaccinated participants will need to wear a mask
- For indoor venues of more than 5,000 people, the same recommendation to verify vaccination or negative COVID tests
MASKS IN THE WORKPLACE: FOR EMPLOYERS & EMPLOYEES
The CalOSHA Board will meet again to consider a new policy on June 17th. It is widely expected to reflect the state’s June 15th policy. However, until CalOSHA finalizes that policy, masks are still required in the workplace (for employers and employees) regardless of vaccination status.
