"Several departments require multiple employees work closely side-by-side," the union claimed. Face masks also were distributed by team leaders who touched them before passing them out. That made some employees worried about contamination, the USW further alleged. Kumho is following guidelines from both local authorities and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to the statement released by Lolley. "Kumho decisions related to the coronavirus are being guided by the CDC and other local authorities. Kumho has encouraged employees since March to take individual responsibility and wear face coverings and requires employees who cannot social distance to wear a face mask," the company said. Kumho said COVID-19 efforts include employee education, a tele-medicine program, installation of hand sanitizers and anti-bacterial soap throughout the facility, social distancing and room occupancy limits in high-traffic areas.