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IATSE C.A.R.E.S.
C O R O N A V I R U S ( C O V I D - 1 9 ) T I P S
Coronavirus Active Response and Engagement Service
SYMPTOMS Individuals with COVID-19 should not work. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever,
cough, and shortness of breath. However, other symptoms may include sore throat, fatigue, muscle aches and pains, and
decreased appetite. COVID-19 is primarily spread through person-to-person contact.
STAY HEALTHY
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seconds
Wash your hands throughout the day with soap &
water for 20 seconds, including at the beginning,
during, & end of your work call and before & after
meal breaks. Wash your hands after using the
restroom. Hand sanitizer is recommended if
washing with soap is not available. Hand sanitizer
is not effective on heavily soiled hands.
Wear disposable gloves, a face covering (mask), and
other PPE as recommended for your duties AND
when unable to maintain a distance of 6 feet/2
metres apart from others AND when interacting
with the public.
Avoid touching your mouth, nose, and eyes.
Disinfect personal objects you need to bring to
your job, such as cell phones, keys, and tools.
Do not share tools and equipment before
sanitizing them.
Cough and sneeze into tissues (or elbows if
needed) and immediately dispose of tissues.
To the degree possible, maintain 6 feet/2 metres of
distance between coworkers & avoid close
physical contact, such as shaking hands.
PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID -19
Do your part to regularly clean & disinfect surfaces
that you frequently touch such as doorknobs,
handles, tables, and shared equipment such as tools
and vehicles. Wash hands for 20 seconds with
soap & water after cleaning.
If you are sick with COVID-19 symptoms, you
should not go to work. Call your doctor, or, in case
of a health emergency, call 911 and notify the 911
operator of any COVID-19 symptoms.
Open windows and doors to increase fresh air in
rooms and hallways whenever possible.
If you suspect that you may have had contact with
someone with COVID-19, let your supervisor know
immediately.
To the degree possible, stagger the use of common
areas, such as breakrooms, trucks and trailers, and
dressing areas.
If you or a family member test positive for COVID-
19, follow your doctor's orders.
RESOURCES
If any worker has a specific health/safety concern in their workplace, report it via our Safety Info App, available on
iOS, and Play Store, or by talking to your Local Union.
Stay informed with the latest recommendations:
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Additional guidance on occupational health & safety https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/guidance-
documents/risk-informed-decision-making-workplaces-businesses-covid-19-pandemic.html
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety: https://www.ccohs.ca/products/publications/covid19/
https://iatsecares.org/resources/
For safety training, visit:
https://www.iatsetrainingtrust.org/
STOP
One at a Time
