Tuesday 28 April, is World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2020.
Currently governments, employers, workers and whole societies are facing worldwide challenge to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2020 is to focus on the outbreak of infectious diseases at work, focusing on the COVID-19 pandemic.
Concern is growing over the continuing rise in COVID-19 infections in some parts of the world and the ability to sustain declining rates in others.
Businesses across the world now face an enormous challenge as they try to combat the pandemic and protect safety and health at work. Beyond the immediate crisis, there are also concerns about resuming activity in a manner that sustains progress made in suppressing transmission.
In support of the day, and to raise awareness of the adoption of safe practices in workplaces, we have created the following guides and templates you can download to support your business and employees:
- COVID-19 employers guide for employees returning to work
- Employment law and mental health myth busters
- Stress and well-being policy template
- Wellness action plan template
You may also find our COVID-19 resource centre useful which has been created to house all important news and information to update you on the potential implications for your business. The resources will be updated daily as the situation develops, so please check back often.
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