The number of people testing positive for COVID-19 in the UK has been on the rise recently, seeing more than 50,000 cases in one day. There are now calls for the Government to implement the Plan B Winter Plan, which could see the re-introduction of face coverings, powers to introduce vaccine passports and more home working. Whilst the Government have indicated that the data does not currently suggest moving to Plan B, organisations should be prepared for a further rise in cases and the possibility of restrictions being re-introduced.
COVID Safe Certification can help you stay up to date with changes to restrictions and provides assurance that you have put in place specific measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in accordance with government guidelines. This certification has been taken from the new internationally recognised standard, ISO 45005:2020 Occupational Health and Safety, which looks at the general guidelines for safe working during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This certification will assist you with the planning and assessment of your risks as well as your response in the event of an outbreak or changes to restriction. In addition, it considers both the mental and physical wellbeing of your team during home working and shows them you are going above and beyond to protect their wellbeing.
The aim of this certification is to:
- Reduce the risk of transmission
- Increase the confidence, safety, and trust of the workforce
- Demonstrate that the business is addressing risks using a systematic approach
- Provide external assurance to stakeholders, including customers
- Verify that you have met government guidelines
- Provide a framework to enable effective and timely adaptation to the changing situation
ISO providers, ISO Quality Services, can certify you to the COVID Safe Certification. Contact their team today on 0330 058 5551 or info@isoqsltd.com to find out more. Alternatively you can watch their COVID Safe Certification Webinar: Securing Trust and Providing Peace of Mind available on their website: https://www.isoqsltd.com/resources/covid-safe-certification-securing-trust-and-providing-peace-of-mind/
