Tools and resources for workers and employers
In January 2020, a novel (new) coronavirus (COVID-19) was identified as the cause of an outbreak of pneumonia originating in Wuhan, China. The Ontario Ministry of Health indicates that there is evidence of human-to-human transmission of this virus.
The situation continues to evolve, and the Ontario Ministry of Health and Public Health Ontario are closely monitoring the outbreak, conducting surveillance and testing, and providing public health and infection control guidance. The Ontario Ministry of Health has produced Guidance Documents and Directives for a number of health sectors related to COVID-19. Ontario Health has also developed a number of Health System Response Materials, including recommendations for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
If you think you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has it, use Ontario’s self-assessment tool to help determine if you need to seek further care. For the latest information on how to protect yourself, visit covid-19.ontario.ca and Public Health Ontario.
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Health & Community Care
- Administration in Healthcare
- Allied Health Workers
- Foodservice Workers In Healthcare
- Housekeeping and Laundry in Healthcare
- Laboratory Technicians or Medical Technologists
- Nurses
- Optometrists
- Personal Support Workers, Home and Care Providers
- Pharmacists or Pharmacy Assistants
- Recreational Workers in Healthcare
- Social & Community Services
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All employers are encouraged to develop a COVID-19 workplace safety plan and to review and update it regularly. Some businesses, including all those operating during a lockdown or shutdown, must have a written safety plan by law. If you are required to have a safety plan you must make it available to anyone who asks to see it, and post it in a place where it will be seen easily.
Tools and Resources for Workplaces
Preparedness, thoughtful planning and coordination will be fundamental for organizations to navigate through the pandemic safely and sustainably. The following tools and resources can support employers and workplaces as they respond to meet the occupational health and safety needs of their communities.
Prevention Resources
Workplace Planning Resources
Webinars
Reexperience Our Virtual Conference Sessions
PSHSA hosted two recent virtual conferences exploring the impacts of COVID-19 and supporting workplaces in keeping their employees, customers and communities safe. Tune into these recorded sessions for insights and guidance from thought leaders and health and safety experts spanning a range of industries across Canada.
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