The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has listed new coronavirus (COVID-19) preventive guidelines for Nigerians and companies.
On Tuesday, 5th May 2020, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC disclosed a new guideline for the dreaded virus disease (Covid-19). This was disclosed by Director-General of NCDC, Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu.
Dr. Chikwe stated the new guideline which involves the compulsory use of a non-medical face mask for all persons at work place and during the overnight curfew from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. while stating this, Dr. Chikwe disproved the use of latex gloves, stressing that they should only be used in clinical settings.
He said:
“Restrictions on inter-state travel except for essential services or transportation. Physical distancing of two metres between people in workplaces and other public places; no large gatherings of more than 20 people outside the workplace”
He added that companies are expected to enforce the use of facemask/covering for all members of staff at all time. And that businesses are also to provide hand washing facilities/alcohol-based sanitizers and promote thorough and frequent hand washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Chikwe also stated that the plan must include “identifying a central person focused on coordinating COVID-19 matters.
“Ensure the contact details and emergency contact details of all staff members are kept up to date and are always easily accessible. Ensure that staff members know how to spot the symptoms of coronavirus and they have a clear understanding what to do if they feel unwell, mandating unwell employees to stay at home.
“Display signage in your office or business premises reminding staff and visitors to maintain good and respiratory hygiene. Discourage the sharing of work equipment, tools, computers, phones and desks.”
He said in case of any employee showing known symptoms of COVID-19, they should immediately self-isolate in a separate room in the office or business premises and call the state helpline or contact NCDC on 0800 9700 0010 for further guidance. While awaiting laboratory test results.
He finally advised that employees who were living in a household with a confirmed case of COVID-19 should also be asked to self-isolate for 14 days until all members in the household receive a negative test confirmation.
#StaySafe, WorkSafe & StayHealthy#
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