Guideline for Screening of Manitoba Health Workers

This revised document includes all information that staff and managers need to know about the occupational health screening for staff.

In the event patients and families have questions about the number of staff wearing masks in the workplace, the recommended message is that “Masks are part of routine infection control practices in health care. We tend to see a lot more masks in use over the winter during peak respiratory virus season to protect both patients and staff. Covid-19 is one of the respiratory viruses this season.” 

Directors of Health Services, Regional Program Directors (or delegates) please review and implement accordingly.

Hand Sanitizer Information

A Southern Health-Santé Sud memo has been released regarding hand sanitizer, specifically:

• Product information and ordering guidelines
• Collection of empty bottles
• Alternate products being distributed

Directors of Health Services and Regional Program Directors (or delegates) please review and implement accordingly.