Outlined below is how we’re continuing to put safety first, working hard to support our employees, learners and client partners as we navigate our way out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Supporting home working where required in line with government guidance Reporting procedures in place if anyone develop symptoms/ are contacted by NHS track and trace
- Risk assessment process in place for those classed as extremely clinically vulnerable
- COVID 19 policy detailing how any current policy/ processes have been adapted or introduced to accommodate meeting government guidance
- Reminder of mental wellbeing support avenues available
- Hygiene practice reminders aligning with current government guidance
- Employees who are self-isolating are being paid in full for the period of isolation
- Employees who become ill with COVID-19 are being paid from the first day of absence, regardless of their sick entitlement or waiting days.
- Introduced temporary, flexible working policy to support parents during the school closures.
- A ‘Return to work toolkit ‘- with relevant information to employees on changes to working procedures and health and safety guidance
- Increased resources on “Lifeline”, Lifetime’s internal health and wellbeing hub
- Weekly “Keeping in Touch” communications to keep employees connected
- Introduction of COVID 19 rapid lateral flow tests for office and relevant field based teams
Lifetime Training Group Offices - Additional Measures
- Hand sanitising stations at all touch points in shared and Lifetime areas
- Perspex screens provided between workstations
- One-way systems in place where possible
- Increased cleaning and sanitisation in place
- Passenger lifts operating at reduced capacity/for prioritised users. Stairwells nominated for use where possible.
- Clear desk policy implemented at all times to support enhanced cleaning and disinfection measures. All employees allocated a designated workstation.
- Advice and rules provided on safe welfare facility use in shared areas
- Flexible start and finish times for office workers to avoid peak travel times
- Kitchen facilities (fridge/microwave/tea points) available to employees subject to increased cleaning and disinfection schedule
- Use of QR codes to support government track and trace system
- Face coverings required by all employees when in public areas and away from workspace
Field Teams - Additional Measures
- Increased contact prior to site visits facilitated to ensure safety of environment for all parties
- Cleaning materials provided for use on IT equipment and allocated work areas at sites
- Clear guidelines on use of equipment with learners
- Clear guidelines on required adjustments to teaching and assessment activities
- All coaches to use track and trace system where applicable