On 25 February 2020, the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy published guidance for employers and businesses amidst the continued spread of Coronavirus.
The guidance provides assistance on:
- the novel coronavirus, COVID-19
- how to help prevent spread of all respiratory infections including COVID-19
- what to do if someone with suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19 has been in a workplace setting
- what advice to give to individuals who have travelled to specific areas, as outlined by the Chief Medical Officer (full list is available here)
- advice for the certification of absence from work resulting from Covid-19
The full guidance can be found by following this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19/guidance-for-employers-and-businesses-on-covid-19