cleaning and disinfecting surfaces you use often, like benchtops, desks and doorknobs.ensuring indoor spaces are well ventilated.avoiding touching your eyes, nose and mouth.using alcohol-based hand sanitisers when you can’t use soap and water.washing your hands often for 20 seconds with soap and water.When entering high-risk settings, you can protect yourself and others with COVID-19 safe practices including:īy keeping good hygiene, you can protect yourself and others around you from the virus that causes COVID-19. at least 7 days has passed after testing positive.You should only enter high-risk settings when: It’s important to take extra care when visiting these settings. Many people in high-risk settings are at risk of severe illness from COVID-19. hospitals and other health care settings.residential aged and disability care services.You should avoid entering high-risk settings unless seeking immediate medical care, especially if you: getting tested and staying at home if you have any cold or flu symptoms.practising extra care on public transport.
And keep a mask handy, so you can use it when needed. If you see someone wearing a mask respect their choice. We may be required to wear a mask when using public transport, or catching a plane, or when visiting a medical or high risk facility. We wear masks to protect ourselves or to help protect more vulnerable people. There are many good reasons for wearing them. Masks help stop the spread of viruses and reduce our risk of getting sick. wash and dry reusable masks after use and store in a clean dry place.keep it in place – don't hang it around your neck or under your nose.avoid touching the front of your mask while wearing or removing it.make sure it covers your nose and mouth and fits snugly under your chin.wash or sanitise your hands before putting it on or taking it off.you have tested positive, or think you have COVID-19, and are around other people.you are unable to physically distance from others.in indoor public spaces including public transport, clinics and hospitals.It’s a good idea to wear a face mask when:
Check your local health department’s website for the latest advice. States and territories have different rules for when you should wear a mask. This means you are less likely to catch or spread the virus. Wearing a face mask can help protect you and those around you.įace masks stop viruses from spreading through the air. Staying up to date with your vaccinations gives you the best protection.īook a vaccination appointment Wear masks where needed We follow the advice of the Australian Technical Advisory Group (ATAGI) who make recommendations on who should be vaccinated. The COVID-19 vaccines will provide you with an increase in protection against severe illness from COVID-19.
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