COVID-19: Going back to office? Here is how you can keep yourself, your colleagues and your family safe
Hygiene, social distancing and public safety protocol for coronavirus you should be aware
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Are you planning to go back to work after a remote working stint?
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Follow these precautions to make sure you, your colleagues, your family are safe.
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1. Before you start working from the office, speak to your employer to find out when you will need to come in. Offices are currently asked to operate at 30 per cent capacity.
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2. Always wear a mask when you are outdoors. Also, it is a good idea to keep a few spare gloves and masks in a sealed bag.
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3. Dr Pradeep Kumar, general practitioner in emergency medicine at Aster Hospital, Al Qusais, said that the mask should properly fit on your face and cover your face and nose.
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4. Keep a hand sanitiser and pocket tissues as well.
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5. Wear light clothes
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6. Stay home if you are ill
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During the commute you should follow these safety precautions.
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If you are using public transport, plan ahead and reach the station in advance to ensure social distancing during your commute.
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Avoid touching surfaces unnecessarily and don't fidget with your mask, either.
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When you reach the office follow these precautions.
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Offices in Dubai have been asked to work at a maximum 30 per cent capacity.
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People in the vulnerable category have been asked to continue working remotely.
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Offices also need to follow hygiene and sanitation protocols.
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Employees and visitors need to get their temperature checked as well.
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Wearing a face mask is compulsory.
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1. No hugs or handshakes at work. Ensure social distancing.
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2. Wash your hands thoroughly and regularly.
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Dr Amr Elnagger, Specialist in emergency medicine at Medcare Hospital, Dubai said spoke about how it was important to understand how the virus spreads.
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3. Use a tissue to touch surfaces. You can also use other body parts, apart from your fingertips.
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4. Follow coughing, sneezing etiquette.
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5. Office phones - use your own only.
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6. Mobile phone surfaces, too, can carry a lot of germs, so try to use earphones.
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7. Avoid staying in the office beyond working hours as the disinfection drive is ongoing.
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When you get home, take off your shoes, masks and gloves before you enter.
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Read a detailed guide on precautions to take when you return home here: gulfnews.com/1.1585206329629
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If you think you were in contact with someone with COVID-19, contact health authorities before you go home.
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