What control measures are needed for safe working?Operational risk assessments need to be rewritten to include COVID-19 as a hazard

摘要

With nursery workers, landscapers, grounds care staff and arborists continuing to carry out essential duties, Horticulture Week has come up with more than 70 control measures that should be considered when producing a COVID-19 risk assessment.Follow guidance from Government, Public Health England, the NHS, World Health Organization and relevant professional bodies.1 Update company policy/guidance and risk assessments as necessary. Encourage employees to work from home where possible and provide any equipment necessary for remote working.2 Workers with symptoms, living with someone showing symptoms or with anyone vulnerable must stay at home and follow Public Health England, NHS and Government guidelines.3 Review risk assessments for vulnerable workers, including older and disabled employees, new and expectant mothers and those with underlying medical conditions.