Mandatory safety standards and recommended best practices for sectors that are eligible to open in Phase 1. Additional sector guidance for future phases will be issued at a later date. Businesses operating to provide Essential Services, as defined in the Governor’s March 23, 2020 Executive Order, updated on March 31, April 28 and May 15, may remain open and have until May 25, 2020 to comply with their industry’s sector-specific protocols (if applicable).
Construction – Permitted to reopen on May 18, 2020 Manufacturing – Permitted to reopen on May 18, 2020 Offices spaces – Permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020 (Boston: June 1, 2020) Laboratories – Permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020 Hair salons and barbershops – Permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020 Car washes – Permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020 Pet grooming – Permitted to reopen on May 25, 2020
Additional guidance
Additional guidelines for activities that are eligible to resume in Phase 1.
Places of worship
Outdoor Recreation
Use the button below to find guidance from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs regarding recreation, including beaches, parks, mountain biking, recreational boating, and more.