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Are managers told if staff are symptomatic?
If you are symptomatic you should be informing your manager of this to ensure appropriate support is provided. If you have had a test, results are provided to staff members via one of three routes: An infection prevention and control member of staff will contact …
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What is the rationale for one-off testing?
This is in line with the current government guidance to reduce transmission.
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Will the Trust be testing asymptomatic service users if there is a positive case on a ward (either staff or service user)?
Testing will take place when there is evidence of transmission. The infection prevention and control team with monitor this closely and take steps if required.
What does Test and Trace mean for me?
The NHS Test and Trace service has now been launched. Anyone who tests positive for coronavirus will be contacted by NHS Test and Trace and will need to share information about their close contacts. The NHS Test and Trace service will help us control and …
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Are home tests for symptomatic people only?
You can apply for a test if you have symptoms and you: Are an essential worker Live with an essential worker
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Should I organise a test through the national system or will I be able to have a test from the Trust? Do I/does my family member have to attend?
We are strongly encouraging everyone who is isolating with symptoms to book a test through the national Covid testing site on the Government website. Family members with symptoms should also be tested where there is household isolation. Where a test cannot be obtained via the …
Do we need to make sure ESR details are up to date?
Yes, please make sure telephone and date of birth details are up to date on ESR.
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What if I test positive during the 10 day isolation period after returning from holiday?
You should tell your manger the day you develop symptoms and book a test. A special leave payment will only be paid if you have a positive test.
Are we testing other service users if we have a positive staff member?
No, infection prevention and control will monitor the situation and if there is evidence of transmission the ward will be contacted.
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What happens if I’ve been notified that I’ve had contact with someone outside of my household who’s had a confirmed positive COVID-19 PCR test?
Follow the flowchart for staff who’ve been notified that they’ve had contact with someone outside of their household who’s had a confirmed positive COVID-19 PCR test.