I'm wondering how long it can go like that. And what percent of businesses will stay closed 3, 6 months versus those wanting & willing to open. Havent seen any statistics on it. 60% don't, 30% do? Probably no statistics now, and it will be regional.
What if in 6 months still no tests?. It's a mess for sure.
But I still dont think it will stop employees having to decide between feeding a family and the health risk, if asked to return.
Again, this is anecdotal opinion based on my sister. Breadwinner. 4 kids. Her company makes products that are essential. They've decided to return on May 24th, in waves, and rotation, to keep office adhering to 6 foot distancing.
She's not going back in the first wave. But she is going back in some capacity. With MS. Tell me this isn't based on doing what she feels she must.
If i could tell her fight it completely and if they dont accommodate, let them fire you----i will pay you your salary i would. But we know that's wholly unrealistic don't we?
I can give you the example of my husband too. He's been working with 12 others the whole time. Solar power so also essential, but people were given a choice. Super reduced staff.
I was laid off, our bigger salary. We strategized. I have 2 stepsons. One with aspergers. Theyve been sheltering with dads mom. Im sheltering w my mom, (im her caregiver). We've figured out how to mitigate risk to have an income and health insurance. But my husband is the lonely guinea pig, so to speak.
Ive divulged a lot here, just as an example of the complex, very grey-area decisions people have to make when their employers are open.
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