Returning to work safely on COVID-19 prevention.
This guide, developed by the ILO Bureau for Employers' Activities (ILO-ACTEMP), contains recommendations on health and safety practices and strategies for the prevention of COVID-19.
The publication is intended to provide general guidelines and information to employers on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace, so that workers can return to work safely, while keeping the risk of contamination to a minimum. It also provides some ideas on how to protect the mental well-being of workers during a pandemic.
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At Vlanc Fx we are interested in a safe and healthy return to work for everyone.
As a precautionary measure and to better control the COVID situation in the work areas, we establish and share the following recommendations:
Get vaccinated. Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 helps protect you and your coworkers. You are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after the second dose of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccines, or two weeks after the single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
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Pay attention to what you touch. It is always important to follow best health practices in the workplace. This means you should continue to avoid touching your nose, mouth and eyes. Also, avoid unnecessary sharing of work equipment such as phones and desks. Clean and disinfect commonly touched objects and surfaces often.
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Follow workplace recommendations. Be prepared and ask what your organization's COVID-19 requirements are before returning to work. Some employers may still require measures such as the use of facemasks or other respirators even for fully vaccinated individuals.
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Keep your hands clean. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Or use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, especially after coughing, sneezing, blowing your nose, and using the bathroom.
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Follow the latest travel guidelines. If you are going domestically or abroad for work, pay close attention to the COVID-19 requirements of the state or country you are visiting.
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Rethink meetings. Hold meetings by phone, video chat or e-mail as much as possible. When you must meet in person, do so in open, well-ventilated spaces. Avoid close contact with others and limit the length of the meeting.
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Advocate for what you need. If you are at high risk for a serious illness or care for or live with someone who has one, ask your manager for special accommodations that will allow you to do your job safely.
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If you are sick, stay home. If you don't feel well, don't go to work. If you think you may have been exposed to COVID-19, monitor your symptoms, isolate yourself and follow CDC recommendations.
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Take care of your mental health. When you feel your anxiety rising, practice stress relief. Take deep breaths and exercise or do something that helps you stay calm. Take advantage of community health resources or support services offered by your company.
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