Attachment 1
Guidelines For Infrastructure Network and Transport Staff Entering Pandemic-Affected Areas
As part of a response to a serious pandemic, a decision may be taken to restrict the movement of people by imposing internal boundaries. Limited arrangements for entering pandemic-affected areas are available where necessary to promote continued availability of essential goods and services. These guidelines are to be taken into account by staff on any occasions in which such crossings may be required.
If you are ill (or suspect that you are ill) with influenza or any other infectious respiratory illness, do not cross any internal boundary
If you are well and a need arises to enter a pandemic-affected area
- Space yourself from other people as much as practicable
- Minimise the use of vehicle ventilation
- Have Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) available and use this equipment when you are in the proximity of other people
- Avoid touching hard surfaces in locations used by others as much as practicable
- Always practice effective hand hygiene before, or after, using public facilities
- Always cover coughs and sneezes
- Always cover the nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, ideally with a tissue
- Dispose of the tissue immediately in an appropriate container
- Wash or cleanse your hands (alcohol hand gel can be used to cleanse hands if soap and water are not available).
- Always wash or cleanse your hands before touching your face, or eating, drinking, or smoking.
Further information and advice about protecting yourself and others can be found on the Ministry of Health website, or at 0800 286 358, or write to Pandemic Planning, Ministry of Health, PO Box 5013, Wellington.
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