COVID-19 Policy | Blossom Care Australia
This policy highlights Blossom Care Australia’s response to the novel COVID-19 virus.
A novel (new) strain of coronavirus is causing a respiratory disease called COVID-19. COVID-19 spreads from person to person in a similar way to the flu:
· from close contact with an infected person
· from touching objects or surfaces contaminated by the sneeze or cough of an infected person and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
What must I do if I have symptoms?
It is important to contact your healthcare provider if you should present with symptoms. You must seek immediate medical attention if you become ill during the quarantine period. Participants who experience symptoms must notify the Management Team as soon as possible. We ask that you complete our COVID-19 Questionnaire to make sure that we stop the spread of the virus.
Simple hygiene practices, similar to those used to protect against the flu, can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory infection.
Blossom Care Australia where necessary and appropriate to do so, will:
· Provide hand washing facilities and make sure these are kept clean, properly stocked and in good working order.
· Provide alcohol-based hand sanitiser, tissues, cleaning supplies and PPE.
· Promote good hygiene practices, e.g. hand washing posters
· Keep the workplace clean and hygienic. Regularly cleaning high-touch surfaces such as door handles and workstations helps prevent contamination.
· If a worker is confirmed or is suspected to have COVID-19, they are required to call the National Coronavirus Health Information Line (1800 020 080).
While coronavirus is of concern, it is important to remember that most people displaying symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat or tiredness are likely suffering with a cold or other respiratory illness - not COVID-19.
Call the National Coronavirus Health Helpline on 1800 020 080. It operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you require translating or interpreting services, call 131 450.