As the COVID-19 pandemic swept the globe, the manufacturing industry faced significant operational issues. While some businesses had to temporarily shut down their operations to adhere to government restrictions and decreased demand, others had to double up their production to meet growing needs, the latter meant that staff had to continue working despite the risks to their personal health and safety.
Based on 2020 data provided by the Washington State Department of Health, the manufacturing industry had one of the highest rates of infection (confirmed cases), getting the third spot with 9% next to retail and the healthcare industry.
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