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As of March 11, the illness has claimed more than 4,370 lives (and infected more than 121,500) and has spread beyond China’s borders to countries including the United States and Europe.
The coronavirus disease 2019 (officially labeled COVID-19 by the World Health Organization on Feb. 11) is a respiratory illness that first broke out in Wuhan, China.
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
Iran
China
South Korea
United States
Hong Kong
Japan
Regularly updated information on COVID-19 is available from :-
Singapore
It was declared a pandemic on
March 11 by the World Health Organization.
Fever & tiredness
Respiratory problems
Cough and sore throat
Generally, these infections can cause more severe symptoms in people with weakened immune systems, older people, and those with long-term conditions like diabetes, cancer and chronic lung disease.
Shortness or difficulty in breathing
Per the CDC: “...symptoms of 2019-nCoV may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 after exposure.”
Spread of COVID-19 is most likely to happen when there is close contact (2 metres or less) with an infected person. It is likely that the risk increases the longer someone has close contact with an infected person.
Droplets when infected person coughs or sneezes are the main means of transmission.
How does the coronavirus spread?
There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19.
The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to the virus.
So How long can the virus survive?
Under most circumstances, the amount of infectious virus on any contaminated surfaces is likely to decrease significantly over 72 hours.
We know that similar viruses are transferred to and by people’s hands.
Wash your hands with soap and water
Avoid touching your face
Stay home if you’re sick
Clean and disinfect surfaces
Cover your mouth and nose with a mask if you are coughing/sneezing
Take care of your Immune System.
Some natural general health tips are:
habits eg. (alcohol, cigarettes, sweets,
unhealthy foods).
Develop a contingency and business continuity plan
The plan should address how to keep your business running even if a significant number of workers, contractors and suppliers cannot come to your place of business
Inform your workers and their representatives as well as your contractors about the plan and make sure they are aware of what they need to do
Stay Safe, Stay Informed
The coronavirus has made a dent in the global economy.
Employers
should
Face masks
The best way to reduce any risk of infection is good hygiene and avoiding direct or close contact (closer than 2 metres) with any potentially infected person. Any worker who deals with members of the public from behind a screen should be protected from airborne particles.
Organising meetings or events
AFTER the meeting:
This will help trace people this might have been exposed.
BEFORE the meeting or event:-
Extra Tips from :-
Cleaning
Wait 24 hours before you clean or disinfect.
If 24 hours is not feasible, wait as long as possible.
Vacuum the space if needed. Use vacuum equipped with high-efficiency particular air (HEPA) filter, if available.
Cleaning offices and public spaces where there are suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19:-
Should you need additional workplace cleaning and/or disinfecting tips you can contact Goscor Cleaning at:-
086 123 CLEAN
cleaning@goscor.co.za
www.goscorcleaning.co.za
What to do if a worker or a member of the public becomes unwell and believe they have been exposed to COVID-19?
Removed to isolated area.
If possible open a window for ventilation.
The individual who is unwell should use their mobile phone to call their doctor.
The affected person should remain at least two metres from other people.
Do not touch people, surfaces and cover mouth and nose.
Using bathroom please use a separate bathroom if available.
Consider identifying persons at higher risk or serious illness or chronic conditions, pregnant workers and advising them to take additional precautions, such as staying at home.
React to possible exposure to COVID or reported cases.
When individuals in the workplace have had contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19
If a confirmed case is identified in your workplace, the designated public health services will provide advice to:
Contacts are not considered cases and if they are feeling well, they are very unlikely to have spread the infection to others:
A confirmed case of COVID-19 in the workplace will cause anxiety among co-workers and some may become stressed. Clear communication is important, directing workers to reliable sources of information about COVID-19. Managers should be supportive and understanding and as far as possible flexible on work arrangements.
Local Travel
Travel to affected areas
Avoid attending work.
Call designated public health service.
Limit local travel.
Build relationships.
Understanding challenges.
Find solutions.
Try and avoid peak hours.
Open the windows.
Wear masks.
Staff returning from travel
These staff can continue to attend work unless they have been informed that they have had contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19.
If individuals are aware that they have had close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 they should contact their employer and the designated public health services for further advice.
is to keep your distance, wash your hands and workspace, live a healthy lifestyle, share nothing but a smile, stay informed and stay safe.
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