The HSE Issue Guidance on New Measures to reduce Risk of Transmission in the Workplace
Measures announced to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission
On 8 December, the UK government announced Plan B measures for England in response to the risks of the Omicron variant.
The most recent GOV.UK guidance has information on the latest public health measures, including face coverings, COVID-19 status checks and the NHS Pass. Those who can work from home should do so. Anyone who cannot work from home should continue to go to the workplace.
There is separate advice for Scotland and Wales.
HSE’s latest advice on keeping workplaces safe will help you to continue to work safely during the pandemic. You must still control the risks and review and update your risk assessment. The following workplace controls remain unchanged: