Workplaces can help by:

• having an infection control plan


• providing clean hand washing facilities


• offering waterless alcohol-based hand sanitizers when regular facilities are not available (or to people on the road)


• providing boxes of tissues and encourage their use


• reminding staff to not share cups, glasses, dishes and cutlery. Be sure dishes are washed in soap and water after use.


• removing magazines and papers from waiting areas or common rooms (such as tearooms and kitchens)


• considering cleaning a person's workstation or other areas where they have been if a person has suspected or identified influenza


• making sure ventilation systems are working properly.

Further Information

AplusA-online.de - Source: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety