Corona Virus: Implications for Polish Staff

The Corona virus raises many questions and uncertainties. What consequences does the COVID-19 have for your Polish staff? Every country has their own measures regarding the Coronavirus. We monitor the situation and have put all information together per country. If you employ people in Poland, the information below might help you with managing your Polish staff.

*The information in the blog has the purpose to help the reader with gaining more knowledge and insights on the measures taken by the government. Please keep in mind that we have outlined basic rules. There might be specific terms, rules and regulations to each measure. As a result, EuroDev cannot guarantee any reimbursements or liabilities. For more detailed information, please contact our experts.

Measures set by the government 

As of April 15, 7,771 corona cases have been diagnosed in Poland.

From Thursday, April 16, 2020, it is obligatory to cover the mouth and nose. Everyone in a public place will have to wear a mask, scarf or handkerchief that covers both the mouth and nose. The obligation applies to everyone who is on the streets, in offices, shops or places where services are provided and workplaces. Government is considering reopening schools, international rail traffic until April 26. Restrictions on the number of people in stores, markets and parks will likely change after April 19. 

FAQ

Can an employer order his/her employees to work remotely? 

Yes, in order to prevent the spread of coronavirus, your employer may order your employees to work remotely. This is due to the so-called special laws, i.e. a special law regarding specific solutions in the fight against the coronavirus epidemic. 

Will the renumeration change for a remote work order? 

No, the employee's salary will not change. Remote work is simply changing the place of work.  

What happens if the employee is sick (They became unable to work due to illness during the period of sickness insurance) ? 

The employee is entitled to sick pay and then sickness benefit.

When is sick leave/ quarantine paid?  

It is a necessity to pay sick pay during illness/ quarantine for the first 33 days, and for employees over the age of 50 – for the first 14 days. 

In addition to these questions, you might have questions specific to your case and company. If you are looking for answers, we are happy to help. Schedule a 15-minute call with Monique Ramondt, VP of HR Outsourcing by clicking the image below: