Diseases, infections and allergies in the workplace
Prevent the spread of coronavirus and other respiratory infections in the workplace
Guide
Coronavirus is still circulating in the community.
Protective measures
Where staff are in the workplace, employers are encouraged to carefully consider what practical measures might be suitable for their settings.
These may include:
- hygiene and sanitary measures, such as regular handwashing
- some form of social distancing, ideally of no less than one metre where practicable
- mechanical or natural ventilation
- the use of physical barriers
- wearing face coverings in communal areas
- testing
See welfare facilities at work for information on the handwashing facilities you must provide.
You must consult with all your employees on health and safety. This does not need to be complicated. You can do this by simply listening and talking to them. Your employees are often the best people to understand the risks in the workplace. See consult your employees on health and safety.