Return to Work Safely Protocol Issued

Press conference 09.05.20

The Return to Work Safely Protocol was issued Saturday 9th May, aimed at supporting businesses in preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace as the economy begins to open up again.

The Protocol should be used by all workplaces to adapt their workplace to comply fully with the COVID-19 related public health protection measures. It sets out in very clear terms for businesses the steps that they must take before a workplace reopens, and while it continues to operate.

The Return to Work Safely Protocol, is the result of a collaborative effort by the Health and Safety Authority, the Health Service Executive, the Department of Health and the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation.

Download the Return to Work safely Protocol