In preparation for the return of the employees of federal entities to their workplace, Federal Authority for Human Resources prepared a document of guidelines to aid the smooth return of employees and ensure that there is no further contamination or relapse of COVID-19. The guidelines aim to facilitate the functioning of entities while adhering to the highest standards of health, safety and environment.

The specific aims of the guidelines are to:

• provide instructions to guarantee health and safety of employees at the workplace and on their commute
• apply the best practices in maintaining hygiene in public/shared spaces
• provide a work environment that complies with the highest standards of occupational safety and health
• provide psychological and mental support to employees and prepare them to return to workplaces
• guarantee the safety and continuity of business in federal government.

Some of the guidelines are:

maintain a distance of at least 2 metres between the desks	establish communication channels as employees prepare for return	highlight new workplace safety processes and policies through prominent displays

protect yourself and the community and follow safety instructions at all times	emphasise on frequent cleaning and provide disinfectants at entrances

 Read the guidelines for work environment and returning to work after emergencies (PDF 550 KB).