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
May 16, 2020
House Passes New Stimulus Bill- Postal Funding Included
On May 15th, the House of Representatives passed the fifth COVID-19 response package. The 1815 page Health and...
April 29, 2020
FMCSA Waives Regulations that Includes PVS CDL Holders in Response to COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 national emergency, there is a high public need for transportation professionals. In response, the...
April 11, 2020
Safe removal of disposable gloves
After using disposable safety gloves, it is important to know how to remove them properly and safely.
April 9, 2020
NPR: The Postal Service Is Suffering Amid The Coronavirus
President Dimondstein appeared on NPR's All Things Considered to talk about the funding crisis that the Postal Service...
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Mourning Postal Workers Lost in COVID-19 Pandemic
The worldwide COVID pandemic has tragically claimed the lives of tens of thousands of people in the United States, including over thirty-five postal workers and a number of APWU members.
“The APWU extends our deepest sympathies to the families of our members who have lost loved ones during this terrible crisis,” said APWU President Mark Dimondstein. “The APWU family grieves as one.” We also hope for the speedy recovery of the many postal workers sickened by this disease.”
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
- Review filing a workers’ compensation claim (you can find out more about how the federal workers’ compensation system is addressing COVID-19 here and get information about filing a COVID-19/OWCP claim here).