In a note to some of its employees, Boeing said it would restart limited operations in the Puget Sound region and Moses Lake on Monday.
The aerospace giant intends to resume the operations that will focus on defense projects and storage of the 737 MAX planes.
It said other employees that work in essential labs and support teams would also proceed to support those critical customer needs.
The limited operations involve about 2,500 workers.
The that supports the Department of Defense is a matter of national security and has been deemed critical, the company said.
As part of the company’s commitment to making sure its employees are safe, it set up new procedures to fight the spread of the coronavirus.
It includes practices like works wellness checks at the beginning of every shift, staggered start times to reduce the flow of employees arriving or departing work.
Other practices include floor markings and signage to create physical distance, virtual meetings, having those work from home if possible, making available handwashing states in high-traffic areas and having on hand additional cleaning supplies.
Those working in Washington will also be required to wear masks or face coverings.
Boeing said it would supply masks for those who did not have one.
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