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    COVID-19: Going back to office? Here is how you can keep yourself, your colleagues and your family safe

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    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


    Published:  May 04, 2020 17:12 Last updated:  May 15, 2020 19:27 Huda Tabrez, Senior News Editor

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    If you want to go back to work after follow these precautions
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    If you want to go back to work after follow these precautions
    Follow these precautions to make sure you, your colleagues, your family are safe. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    If you want to go back to work after follow these precautions
    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. Image Credit: Gulf News
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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. Image Credit: Gulf News
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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. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    4. Keep a hand sanitiser and pocket tissues as well. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    5. Wear light clothes Image Credit: Gulf News
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    6. Stay home if you are ill Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Follow these precautions for COVID-19 when travelling to work or taking the Metro
    During the commute you should follow these safety precautions. Image Credit: Stock image
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    Follow these precautions for COVID-19 when travelling to work or taking the Metro
    If you are using public transport, plan ahead and reach the station in advance to ensure social distancing during your commute. Image Credit: Stock image
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    Avoid touching surfaces unnecessarily and don't fidget with your mask, either. Image Credit: Stock image
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    When you reach the office follow these precautions. Image Credit: Stock image
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    Follow these precautions for COVID-19 when travelling to work or taking the Metro
    Offices in Dubai have been asked to work at a maximum 30 per cent capacity. Image Credit: Stock image
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    Follow these precautions for COVID-19 when travelling to work or taking the Metro
    People in the vulnerable category have been asked to continue working remotely. Image Credit: Stock image
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    Follow these precautions for COVID-19 when travelling to work or taking the Metro
    Offices also need to follow hygiene and sanitation protocols. Image Credit: Stock image
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    Follow these precautions for COVID-19 when travelling to work or taking the Metro
    Employees and visitors need to get their temperature checked as well. Image Credit: Stock image
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    Follow these precautions for COVID-19 when travelling to work or taking the Metro
    Wearing a face mask is compulsory. Image Credit: Stock image
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    Back at work? Follow these precautions
    1. No hugs or handshakes at work. Ensure social distancing. Image Credit: Stock image
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    2. Wash your hands thoroughly and regularly. Image Credit: Stock image
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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. Image Credit: Stock image
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    3. Use a tissue to touch surfaces. You can also use other body parts, apart from your fingertips. Image Credit: Stock image
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    4. Follow coughing, sneezing etiquette. Image Credit: Supplied
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    5. Office phones - use your own only. Image Credit: Stock image
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    6. Mobile phone surfaces, too, can carry a lot of germs, so try to use earphones. Image Credit: Stock image
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    When going back home from work follow these precautions
    7. Avoid staying in the office beyond working hours as the disinfection drive is ongoing. Image Credit: Stock image
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    When going back home from work follow these precautions
    When you get home, take off your shoes, masks and gloves before you enter. Image Credit: Stock image
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    When going back home from work follow these precautions
    Read a detailed guide on precautions to take when you return home here: gulfnews.com/1.1585206329629 Image Credit: Stock image
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    If you think you were in contact with someone with COVID-19, contact health authorities before you go home. Image Credit: Stock image
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