COVID-19 Induction Information for Staff & Volunteer Mentors
COVID-19 is an illness caused by the Coronavirus that primarily affects the lungs and airways. It spreads through sneeze or cough droplets and can survive on surfaces. Symptoms may include fever, cough, shortness of breath, loss of smell or taste, and more. If you experience symptoms or have been in close contact with a confirmed case, take immediate action to protect yourself and others by contacting your supervisor and following guidelines provided by health authorities.
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Covid-19 Induction Information for Staff & Volunteer Mentors
Covid-19: What Is It? COVID-19 is an illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It s caused by a virus called Coronavirus. Coronavirus (COVID-19) is spread in sneeze or cough droplets. Viruses can be easily spread to other people and you are normally infectious until all your symptoms have gone. Coronavirus (COVID-19) may survive on surfaces if someone who has it coughs or sneezes onto it. Simple household disinfectants can kill the virus on surfaces.
Covid-19: Symptoms It can take up to 14 days for symptoms of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) to show. They can be similar to the symptoms of cold and flu. Common symptoms include but are not limited to: Fever - high temperature - 38 degrees Celsius or above Cough - this can be any kind of cough, not just dry Shortness of breath or breathing difficulties Runny or blocked nose Loss or change to your sense of smell or taste this means you have noticed you cannot smell or taste anything, or things smell or taste different to normal Nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea Aches, pains or tiredness Sore throat Headache
COVID-19: Symptoms or Close Contact To protect you, your colleagues, programme participants and your family, it is essential that if you: Have any symptoms of COVID-19 OR If you feel unwell before Fighting Words OR Have been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case Take the following action: Immediately make phone contact with your Fighting Words manager/supervisor Do not attend at the Fighting Words centre Visit www.hse.ie/coronavirus OR telephone your GP or the HSE Helpline at 1850 241850 and follow advice received.
COVID-19: Close Contacts What Is It? When you have been in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, you will get a text from the HSE to let you know that you are a close contact. You could have been in contact with a positive case: in your home (sometimes called a 'household close contact') outside your home (sometimes called a 'non-household close contact' or community close contact ) The advice from the HSE is the same for both household and non-household close contacts but varies depending on your situation.
COVID-19: Close Contacts What to Do Next Information varies about what to do if you are a close contact. The HSE website has the most up-to-date information. Find out what you need to do if you or your child is a close contact of a person that tests positive for COVID-19: If you are a close contact If your child is a close contact Restricted movements and self-isolation Restricted movements (stay at home) if you do not have symptoms Self-isolation (stay in your room) if you have symptoms
Managing Suspected COVID-19 At FW Locations If you develop symptoms at Fighting Words: Tell your manager/supervisor immediately. Fighting Words has a process in place. Follow the guidelines and advice. You will need to: Isolate immediately from other staff in Dublin, the isolation room is the office of the main centre. Wear a well-fitted medical grade or respirator face mask The mask should also be worn if in a common area with other people or while exiting the premises Keep a distance of least 2 metres from others Go home or to a medical facility as soon as it is safe to do so. Self-isolate at home and phone your GP. Do not use public transport of any kind to travel. Seek advice from the HSE and/or other medical professionals, such as your GP
Managing Suspected COVID-19 At FW Locations If you cannot go home immediately: Remain self-isolating in the building Avoid touching people, surfaces and objects Cover your mouth and nose with tissues when you cough or sneeze. Bin these tissues in a waste bag Following a suspected case of Covid-19 at Fighting Words, designated staff members will: o Arrange for appropriate cleaning of the isolation area and work areas o Carry out a full risk assessment of the incident to see what, if any, further action needs to be taken
Preventing The Spread of COVID-19 To prevent person-to-person spread of respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, follow proper hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette and keep surfaces clean. Hand Hygiene Wash hands regularly and avoid touching your face and eyes with your hands. Use hand sanitiser where soap and water are not available. If hands are visibly dirty, wash hands with soap and water prior to using the sanitiser. Remember wash your hands for at least 20 seconds. Cough Etiquette When coughing or sneezing, cover your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or a tissue. Place used tissues into a closed bin and wash your hands Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. Keep your environment clean.
Fighting Words Activities General Principles All Fighting Words staff and volunteer mentors/illustrators are required to complete the Pre-Return Form before arriving for a workshop or other event. Fighting Words operates a no hand- shaking policy. This includes high fives and fist bumps. Proper ventilation, e.g. open windows and doors, will be in place.
Compliance and Monitoring Monitoring compliance will require ensuring that physical distancing, hygiene rules and COVID-19 control measures are being adhered to and maintained to reduce the risk of the spread of COVID-19. Compliance checks with COVID-19 may include checking the following measures are in place and being adhered to: Adequate Signage Hand Washing Cough/Sneeze Etiquette Safety Documentation Risk Assessment Increased cleaning regimes where required Remaining aware of public health developments
Your Well-Being Infectious disease outbreaks like COVID-19 and related issues can be worrying and can affect your mental health. There are many online resources available and you can contact your GP. Health Service Executive (HSE): Minding Your Mental Health During The Coronavirus Pandemic Connecting For Life Government of Ireland In This Together
Key Contacts We are here to help and advise about Covid-19 Contact any of the following for advice and guidance or if you have a concern: Your Fighting Words location co-ordinator Health and Safety Officer Sara Bennett sara@fightingwords.ie Lead Worker Representatives Emmy Lugoye and Mark Davidson emmy@fightingwords.ie mark@fightingwords.ie
A Final Note We must all depend on each other to protect ourselves, our families, our colleagues and our community. It is essential that we follow the Government and HSE guidelines at home, at work and while volunteering. Take ownership of your safety and the safety of others Wash your hands and practice good respiratory etiquette THANK YOU AND STAY SAFE!
