Events 

In-person events can re-start, with a risk assessment in place which may require face coverings. Attendees should be asked to take an LFD test on the day of the event. 

Clinically vulnerable staff 

While Omicron is not dangerous to most people, we know that some people in our community may be more at risk.  

If you have underlying health issues which make you clinically vulnerable or extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 infection, you can ask your manager to explain the measures taken to control risk in your area. Individual risk assessments can be carried out where appropriate. 

Occupational Health accepts referrals from managers for employees who have concerns about their personal medical vulnerability after reviewing the risk assessment. 

Teaching spaces 

Local risk assessments for teaching spaces should be reviewed to determine what changes can be made to capacity. We recommend gradually increasing occupancy and monitoring, rather than making a sudden shift. 

We strongly encourage students and staff to wear face coverings during teaching sessions.  

Office spaces 

The safety measures necessary will vary between different types of space.  

For example, for a small office occupied by the same two people, periodically opening a door and/or a window may be appropriate. For larger open plan offices, depending on the ventilation, keeping spaces between desks may be needed.  

The wearing of face coverings when seated in office areas is not recommended.

Local risk assessments for working spaces should be reviewed to determine what changes can be made to capacity. We recommend gradually increasing occupancy and monitoring, rather than making a sudden shift.