Information on Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Covid-19
We all have a role to play in minimising the risk of the spread of COVID-19 to ourselves, our families and our work colleagues so it is important that you are well informed. We will continue to update this page as more information becomes available. PCS is continuing to closely monitor developments and act on guidance provided by the Department of Health to ensure our staff are appropriately protected and supported.
Frequently asked Questions
My Responsibilities
Do I need to let anyone know if I have been diagnosed with coronavirus?
Yes
- You must advise your manager if you have been diagnosed with coronavirus and the period you are to be quarantined.
- Personal leave will apply from the time you are diagnosed and for the period that you are in isolation.
- You will require medical clearance before you can return to work.
If I’m tested for COVID-19 and receive a negative result, when can I return to work?
- It is important that you follow the latest health advice. ACT Health has a range of factsheets for people needing to quarantine or self-isolate.
What should I do if I have travelled or have been in close contact with a person who has travelled in the past 14 days?
- The Department of Health provides updated advice on people who have travelled or who have had close contact with someone who has travelled.
Should I come to work if I have been in contact with someone who has flu like symptoms but has not been diagnosed with coronavirus?
- If you have been in contact with someone who is unwell but has not been diagnosed with coronavirus (even if they have been isolated) and you are feeling well, you can continue to come to work. You should continue to monitor your health to protect both yourself and your colleagues.
What should I do if I am experiencing cold or flu like symptoms?
- If you are experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms, you should not come to work and you should not return to work until you are well an no longer have symptoms. You should consider seeking medical advice.
Information for managers
What do I do if I’m notified that one of my staff has been diagnosed with coronavirus?
- Managers should take action in line with the covid-19 protocols. Like any other illness, managers should seek to obtain the appropriate medical evidence to support the absence.
- Managers are encouraged to use a common sense approach in terms of evidence (although not necessarily a medical certificate).
- There is an additional requirement that medical clearance will be required for the employee to return to work.
- The manager is also required to advise Admin as soon as they are aware of an employee being diagnosed.
- We will notify close contacts as is appropriate to ensure appropriate isolation arrangements can be made. We are committed to the health and wellbeing of all our staff.
