Resources
Coronavirus Resources
Here are resources SWANA has gathered to support solid waste workers, employers and customers during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
State-by-State List of US Vaccine Plans
How will each state roll out its plan for vaccine distribution and administration?
View full list hereGovernment of Canada Vaccine Information
Canada’s vaccine plan, rollout, and other information.
View page SWANA’s Letter to Health AgenciesVaccine Resource Center For Employers
Resources to aid employers with the COVID-19 vaccine that can also be used during flu season. Includes insights and model policies.
View Resource CenterCOVID-19 Vaccine Communication Toolkit for Essential Workers
This toolkit will help your organization educate employees about COVID-19 vaccines, raise awareness about the benefits of vaccination, and address questions and concerns.
View ToolkitWorkplace COVID-19 Resources
Updated August 2, 2021
A list of general COVID-19 resources grouped by U.S. federal agency, a section with resources on reopening workplaces, and additional industry-specific COVID-19 resources grouped by industry.
COVID-19: Are we safe from our own trash?
A review of the risk of garbage belonging to people infected with SARS-CoV-2 as a potential source of community spread and a threat to sanitation workers.
Guide to Public to Protect Solid Waste Workers
The public can help protect the health of the men and women in the solid waste industry during this vital time by following the tips available in this guide.
SWANApalooza 2020 COVID-19 Sessions
Two keynote sessions at SWANApalooza 2020 covered the recent coronavirus pandemic. They are available for purchase through the SWANA Store.
ISWA Recommendations
Waste Management During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The International Solid Waste Association considers three overall priorities for waste management during the period of the pandemic of COVID-19:
- Ensure the continuity of the services
- Adjusting recycling services
- Ensure safe collection, disposal and treatment of healthcare waste
News on COVID-19
SWANA Urges All Solid Waste Employees to Get Vaccinated
August 30, 2021
SWANA Addresses Current Labor Shortage in Solid Waste Collection Services
May 17, 2021
SWANA Honors Industry Workers that Have Lost Their Lives
April 28, 2021
SWANA Accepting 2021 Safety Award Applications
April 19, 2021
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Guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Helping the solid waste industry cope with evolving health and safety risks.
Download COVID 19 Documents for Essential Waste and Recycling Workers
Download documents to demonstrate proof to law enforcement personnel that you work in an essential industry.
- Template letter that can be provided to demonstrate a worker’s exemption
- Memo for employers instructing them on use of the letter
- Placard for display in worker vehicles
Download these documents for essential waste and recycling workers
Continue the Discussion
Contribute your resources to combatting COVID-19 on MySWANA.
Join the CommunityCOVID-19 Webinars
Financial Impact of COVID-19 on the Solid Waste Industry
SWANA in the News
- An Unexpected Pandemic Consequence Frustrates Florida’s Biggest City – Oct 24, 2021, New York Times
- SWANA urges shots in arms – Aug 30, 2021, Waste Today
- Waste industry monitors service disruptions amid spread of delta variant – Aug 16, 2021, Waste Dive
COVID-19 Links
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COVID-19 Workplace Posters & Guidance Booklets - U.S. OSHA
- COVID-19 Resources – Association of State and Territorial Solid Waste Management Officials
- SAFER: Safe Actions for Employee Returns - National Safety Council
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Pandemic (COVID-19) Tip Sheets – Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
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Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Resources - Public Health Agency of Canada
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Recycling & COVID-19 – The Recycling Partnership
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Gloved Hands May Spread Germs – Association for Professionals In Infection Control and Epidemiology
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Survey shows widespread industry impact of COVID-19 - Waste Today
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COVID-19 Resource Page - California Resource Recovery Association
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Guidance for Employers: COVID-19 and the Workplace - National Safety Council
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The Safety Professional’s Role in Planning for a Pandemic - American Society of Safety Professionals
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Coronavirus Impacts on the Recycling Industry - Resource Recycling
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Locate Distilleries Making Hand Sanitizer to Fight COVID-19 - Distilled Spirits Council
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This is what it’s like to be a sanitation worker during the coronavirus outbreak - Washington Post
- Coronavirus Resource Center - Johns Hopkins University & Medicine
- COVID-19 News Related to the Industry — WASTE360
- 'How coronavirus is disrupting US waste and recycling' - Waste Dive
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security Guidance on Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce - 3/19/20
