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<p class="MsoNormal">Greetings!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">In analyzing this order more closely with the MiOSHA rules, <b>
I would encourage libraries to consult their attorneys </b>before determining masking requirements for outdoor programming involving less than 100 people.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">MiOSHA rule 9(3)(b) requires libraries to mandate masks for patrons – and it doesn’t clearly define the extent of that requirement with regards to indoors or outdoors. <a href="https://www.michigan.gov/documents/leo/Final_MIOSHA_Rules_705164_7.pdf">https://www.michigan.gov/documents/leo/Final_MIOSHA_Rules_705164_7.pdf</a>
There are , however, legal arguments to be made in support of both continuing to require masks and for permitting patrons to go without for outdoor programming under 100 people.
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<p class="MsoNormal">We are gathering additional information on this confusion and will share more as we receive it.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">In the meantime, I strongly recommend that libraries consult their attorneys.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">You would think after 13 months, things would be easier! ;0)<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Thanks!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Clare<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Library Law Consultant<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Library of Michigan<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov"><span style="color:#0563C1">MembielaC@michigan.gov</span></a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">517-335-8132<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your
attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Are you, or do you know, a certified teacher wanting to get back to the classroom?
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>We can help streamline the path back. Please click</b> <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fmde%2F0%2C4615%2C7-140-5683_14795_83462-556448--%2C00.html&data=04%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7Cc7328dd10c5a424f0f5708d90f181de0%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637557418559429105%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=9cmKOe%2BLb5fObgPjhF2D8gJyTdUIcZTns%2BevuUJSU%2Bc%3D&reserved=0">
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</b>Membiela, Clare (MDE) via Michlib-l<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, May 5, 2021 3:19 PM<br>
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<b>Subject:</b> [Michlib-l] MDHHS Order of May 6, 2021<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Greetings!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Last night, MDHHS released a revised order that changed certain restrictions. Most of the changes apply to outdoor events and festivals. However, there is one change that could affect libraries:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Section 8<i>: </i><strong><i><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Open Sans",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Exceptions to face mask requirements. </span></i></strong><i><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Open Sans",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Although
a face mask is strongly encouraged even for individuals not required to wear one (except for children under the age of 2), the requirement to wear a face mask in gatherings as required by this order does not apply to individuals who:</span></i><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">o) </span><i><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Open Sans",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Are at an outdoor gathering with fewer than 100 persons, unless otherwise required to mask as an
organized sport participant under Section 6(a). </span></i><i><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">This language means that patrons attending outdoor programs of less than 100 people can be maskless.
<b>HOWEVER,</b> this does not necessarily mean that library staff may go unmasked while working or managing outdoor programs. MiOSHA Rules are unchanged. Employers may be required to update their pandemic plan or re-assess employee risk with regards to employees
managing outdoor programing.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Outdoor gatherings must still adhere to social distancing guidelines of 6 feet of distance between participants not in the same household.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>It is encouraged that libraries contact their library attorney with regard to requirements of MiOSHA vs MDHHS.<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The MDHHS order can be found <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F0%2C9753%2C7-406-98178_98455_98456_103043-558489--%2C00.html&data=04%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C0af161dcc4324db9f51408d90ffb3166%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637558393815939878%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=PfzUo7g79CT0AbepAwDu%2FR5TiEHwnxVAYUISKqs5IeQ%3D&reserved=0">
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<p class="MsoNormal">Additional information and guidance on this order can be found
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<p class="MsoNormal">MiOSHA Rules can be found <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fdocuments%2Fleo%2FFinal_MIOSHA_Rules_705164_7.pdf&data=04%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C0af161dcc4324db9f51408d90ffb3166%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637558393815949828%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=SUxsZK6hWcFLwd2lh9faIswcEQZTbwtfdOz3pbl3SxE%3D&reserved=0">
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<p class="MsoNormal">Thanks!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Clare<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Library Law Consultant<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Library of Michigan<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov">MembielaC@michigan.gov</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">517-335-8132<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your
attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Are you, or do you know, a certified teacher wanting to get back to the classroom?
<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>We can help streamline the path back. Please click</b> <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fmde%2F0%2C4615%2C7-140-5683_14795_83462-556448--%2C00.html&data=04%7C01%7CMembielaC%40michigan.gov%7C0af161dcc4324db9f51408d90ffb3166%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C1%7C637558393815949828%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=Z9iZVAZo%2FRUd48CPjXMalzcGIsBrPwaSVEebDHf9sY4%3D&reserved=0">
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