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Occupational Health and Safety: Long-term Care and Home Care

Infectious Disease Prevention Management (IDPM) provides guidance and support to prevent workplace illness/disease amongst staff within Long-term or Home Care.

Purpose

To ensure a healthy workplace, evidence-based information regarding communicable diseases is crucial. Occupational Health and Safety Guidance promotes an increased understanding of infectious diseases. Select the applicable guidance document in the next section for information regarding:

  • Symptoms
  • Transmission
  • Prevention
  • Work exclusion
  • Return to work considerations