TBT 189 Issue No: 01
Tool Box Talk
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Toolbox Talk
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect
your lungs and airways. It's caused by a
virus called coronavirus.
How does Coronavirus Spread?
Coronavirus is spread in sneeze or cough
droplets. To infect someone, the virus has
to get from an infected person's nose or
mouth into another person's eyes, nose or
mouth. This can be direct or indirect (on
hands, objects, surfaces). Keeping this in
mind will help you to remember all the
things you need to do to protect yourself
and others from the virus
What are the Symptoms?
It can take up to 14 days for symptoms of
coronavirus to appear.
The most common symptoms of coronavirus
are:
• a cough - this can be any kind of cough,
not just dry
• shortness of breath
• breathing difficulties
• fever (high temperature)
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How can I protect myself
from the coronavirus?
Wash hands often with soap and
water. If not available, use hand
sanitizer.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or
mouth with your hands.
Cover your mouth and nose with a
tissue or your sleeve when you
cough and sneeze.
Put used tissues into a bin and wash
your hands
Clean and disinfect frequently
touched objects and surfaces.
Avoid close contact with people who
are not well.
When you may need to call a
doctor?
Contact your doctor and follow the
guidance from the HSE in the event
that you are showing symptoms of
been infected with the virus or been
in close contact with a person who
has tested positive for the virus.
Follow https://www2.hse.ie/ for daily updates
Contact HSELive for advice 1850 241850
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