As the coronavirus pandemic unfolds, APWU leaders are in constant discussion with USPS management, demanding temporary leave policies, telework provisions where possible, and better safety policies, supplies, and equipment. This page is a resource for members to find information on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Latest Coronavirus News
April 2, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Recovery Act
The Families First Coronavirus Recovery Act (FFCRA) extends to postal employees some additional leave benefits due to...
March 28, 2020
Stimulus Bill Passes Congress but the Fight Continues
“It’s outrageous that the stimulus bill passed by Congress doesn’t include any financial support for the USPS,” said...
March 26, 2020
New Retail Directive to District Managers and Postmasters
This pdf includes additional directives to district managers and postmasters. Specifically dealing with retail units...
March 25, 2020
Statement from President Dimondstein: Postal Workers in a Time of Crisis
Since the early days of the Postal Service, we postal workers have helped stitch the fabric of the country together....
Coronavirus Resources
Temporary MOUs
Stand-up Talks
USPS Resources, MIs and MMOs
CDC Resources
USPS Public Health Poster
What You Can Do
Our union contract gives us rights and protections, but it’s up to us to use them. If you are concerned that our safety is being put at risk:
- Talk to your shop stewards or local officers about how you can work together to get safety improvements in your work location. You can find contact information for your local officers in the APWU Members section.
- Request Form 1767 from your supervisor to report unsafe working practices. (you can find out more about how to use Form 1767 here.)
- Make sure you know your rights. Review the resources on this page for information on new MoUs, MMOs and other important documents.
- The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling and referrals and available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Find out more at 1-800-EAP4YOU (TTY: 877-492-7341), or at EAP4You.com