Coronaviruses are fairly common and don’t typically affect humans. When they do, their effects are usually mild, as in the case of the common cold.
However, deadlier variations of these coronaviruses have cropped up recently, as seen with COVID-19.
It’s the responsibility of every employer to protect employees from these and other illnesses in the workplace. Taking even small precautions could save an organization countless hours of lost productivity.
Precautions for the Workplace Employers should protect against coronaviruses much like they protect against the flu: Offer on-site flu shots, stock cleaning wipes and hand sanitizer, and educate employees on prevention methods.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, individuals should take the following precautions to avoid person-to-person spreading of a coronavirus:
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid contact with those who are sick.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Unfortunately, there is no known vaccine for a human-contracted coronavirus, making prevention that much more critical.