Industry update: Free RATs, community service organisations
RATs are a quick and convenient way to detect and limit the spread of COVID-19.
RATs are a quick and convenient way to detect and limit the spread of COVID-19.
All Western Australians should test for COVID-19 if experiencing any symptoms and stay home until they have recovered.
The change to isolation requirements will enable people who have tested positive to COVID-19 and close contacts to return to work sooner, while continuing to protect at-risk people in our community.
Face masks are strongly encouraged indoors, especially in crowded indoor spaces.
Don’t forget that you may be eligible for free stock.
The interval recommended between a recent COVID-19 infection or last booster dose is now three months.
Please also encourage family, friends and colleagues to stock up on RATs at these pop-ups, especially now during cooler months with winter viruses circulating.
If you are eligible, we encourage you to consider using the online form to request both RATs and PPE/C for your staff to use as we enter the cold and flu season.
This makes it even more convenient for close contacts with no symptoms to collect RATs as part of the requirement to undertake a daily RAT before leaving their place of isolation.
Presenters spoke on the provision of RATs and PPE to the sector, on provision for cleaning costs required as a result of COVID-19.
The Department of Communities (Communities) has launched an online request form to assist community sector organisations (CSOs) to replenish their supply of Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing (PPE/C) and Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs).
Don’t forget to check WA.gov.au regularly for the latest information and changes.
Presenters spoke on the provision of RATs and PPE to the sector, on provision for cleaning costs required as a result of COVID-19.