While adhering to the proper protective measures will help workers to stay safe, it is still possible to contract Covid-19 at work.

Here's how you can prevent infection in the workplace:

• Work from home if you are considered 'at risk' or if you feel unwell
• Always practice social distancing and stay 1.5 metres from others at all times - even when sharing a desk with a colleague.
• Wash or sanitise hands regularly.

Tip: Keep a bottle of hand sanitizer (65% alcohol or higher) on your desk to always have it at hand.

• Make sure that the office has sufficient ventilation by keeping windows open.
• Always wear a face mask or face shield when interacting with others
• Practice all the above in your workspace as well as in communal break areas, such as canteens and smoke areas.
• Do not share stationary or telephones during this time.
• Sanitize frequently touched surfaces such as desks, light switches, door handles, phones, staircase railings, touch screens, keypads, taps and toilets
• Share digital instead of physical documents with colleagues.

Assess your risk level of contracting Covid-19 at work HERE https://www.skillsportal.co.za/content/assess-your-risk-level-contracting-covid-19-work