Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Do’s and Don’ts for all employees – Preventive measures Guidelines by DoPT – Don’t Shake Hand
F.No.11013/9/2014-Estt.A.III
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
(Department of Personnel and Training)
North Block, New Delhi
Dated: 16/17.03.2020
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: Preventive measures to be taken to contain the spread of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) — regarding.
In order to contain the spread of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), some precautionary measures are required to be taken by all the employees and the Ministries/Departments. In this regard, it has been decided to issue the following advisory for the well-being of Government employees and in public interest.
2. All the Ministries/Departments are advised to take all necessary measures such as :-
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Install thermal scanners at the entry of Government buildings, as feasible. Mandatory placing of hand sanitizers at the entry of Government buildings. Those found having flu-like symptoms may be advised to take proper treatment/quarantine etc.
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Discourage, to the maximum extent, entry of visitors in the office complex. Routine issue of visitors/temporary passes should be suspended with immediate effect. Only those visitors whom have proper permission of the officer who they want to meet, should be allowed after being properly screened.
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Meetings, as far as feasible, should be done through video conferencing. To minimize or reschedule meetings involving large number of people unless necessary.
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Avoid non-essential official travel.
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Undertake essential correspondence on official email and avoid sending files and documents to other offices, to the extent possible.
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Facilitate delivery and receipt of dak at the entry point itself of the office building, as far as practicable.
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Close all gyms/recreation centres/creches located in Government buildings.
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Ensure proper cleaning and frequent sanitization of the work-place, particularly of the frequently touched surfaces.
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Ensure regular supply of hand sanitisers, soap and running water in the washrooms.
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All officials may be advised to take care of their own health and look out for respiratory symptoms/fever and, if feeling unwell, should leave the workplace immediately after informing their reporting officers. They should observe home-quarantine as per the guidelines issued by MoH&FW, Government of India available at the following URL: mohfw.gov.in/DraftGuidelinesforhomequarantine.pdf.
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The leave sanctioning authorities are advised to sanction leave whenever any request is made for self-quarantine as a precautionary measure.
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Advise all employees who are at higher risk i.e. older employees, pregnant employees and employees who have underlying medical conditions, to take extra precautions. The Ministries/Departments may take care not to expose such employees to any front-line work requiring direct contact with the public.
3. An indicative list of Do’s and Don’ts is also annexed for wide dissemination.
Encl: As above
(Umesh Kumar Bhatia)
Deputy Secretary to the Govt. of India
To,
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All the Ministries/Departments, Government of India
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PMO/Cabinet Secretariat
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PS to Hon’ble MOS(PP) – for information
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PSO to Secretary(Personnel) – for information
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Sr. Tech. Dir., NIC, DoP&T – for information
ANNEXURE
Do’s
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To maintain personal hygiene and physical distancing.
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To practice frequent hand washing. Wash hands with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand rub. Wash hands even if they are visibly clean.
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To cover your nose and mouth with handkerchief/tissue while sneezing and coughing.
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To throw used tissues into closed bins immediately after use.
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To maintain a safe distance from persons during interaction, especially with those having flu-like symptoms.
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To sneeze in the inner side of your elbow and not to cough into the palms of your hands.
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To take their temperature regularly and check for respiratory symptoms.
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To see a doctor if you feel unwell (fever, difficulty in breathing and coughing). While visiting doctor, wear a mask/cloth to cover your mouth and nose.
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For any fever/flu-like signs/symptoms, please call State helpline number or the 24×7 helpline number of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare at 011-23978046.
Don’ts
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Shake hands.
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Have a close contact with anyone, if you’re experiencing cough and fever.
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Touch your eyes, nose and mouth.
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Sneeze or cough into palms of your hands.
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Spit in Public.
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Travel unnecessarily, particularly to any affected region.
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Participate in large gatherings, including sitting in groups at canteens.
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Visit gyms, clubs and crowded places etc.
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Spread rumours or panic.
Source: Click here to view/download the PDF
http://documents.doptcirculars.nic.in/D2/D02est/Preventive%20measures3hRS3.PDF
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