Living with COVID-19: Managing risk in your care setting

Please Note: All information correct at time of writing in April 2022. We do our very best to make sure our information is as up to date as possible, but we’d encourage you to check out our latest articles and to check the government website for updates as they happen. Please note: this guide is for England only. 

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has reported that COVID-19 cases have risen by one million in a week to just under 4.3 million in the week ending 19 March. This, paired with COVID-19 guidance ending, puts a big responsibility on employers’ shoulders to keep employees safe, especially for those vulnerable.

The points here are general considerations for all employers – but for health and social care specifically, you should consider the latest government guidance (in place from 4 April) surrounding safe visiting practices, PPE and infection control.

If you’re wondering where to begin, our Health & Safety experts have put together their top tips to help you put together a COVID-secure risk assessment.

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