COVID safety resources for Transport Operators

COVID-19 Safety Plan for Transport Operators

The NSW Government have released guidance material for transport, logistics, freight and rideshare operators to better manage the risks of COVID-19. The plan can be tailored to variables such as how many people are needed to assist with deliveries, numbers of passengers and where points of contact occur. If your unsure of your obligations as an employer, call ISOsafe to get advice and assistance with preparing a COVID-19 Safety Plan for your business.

By having a COVID-19 Safety Plan you can do your part to reduce the spread of COVID-19

COVID-19 Safety Plans can include practical information about:

•     limiting the numbers of passengers

•     requesting co-workers or customers sit in the back of the vehicle with free space in between

•     wiping down frequently touched surfaces including door handles, payment devices and seatbelts

•     requesting the customer to handle their own luggage

•     using gloves and/or hand sanitiser when loading or unloading luggage or deliveries

Transmission of COVID-19 in the workplace has become a major problem

About 80 per cent of Victoria’s new cases since mid-May are being driven by transmission in workplaces including private sector aged care.

Feeling overwhelmed? Call ISOsafe to get simple straightforward OHS/WHS advice on 1300 789 132.

NSW border restrictions (8 July 2020)

Freight, transport and logistics workers need to obtain a NSW border entry permit to enter NSW from Victoria for work. If your employer has a COVID-19 Safety Plan, you will not be required to self-isolate when crossing the border for work purposes.

Call ISOsafe to get COVID Safety advice on 1300 789 132.