COUVA WEST SECONDARY

ORIENTATION
Safety Department Couva West Secondary 1
 COVID 19
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THE NEW NORMAL

COUVA WEST
SECONDARY SCHOOL

PRESENTED BY: NAITRAM BALKARAN

& TERRENCE ALEXANDER (SCHOOLHEALTH
SAFETY AND SECURITY OFFICERS).
 Objectives
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At the end to this presentation participants will be

able to:
 Understand the entry protocols to enter the school
compound.

 Understand the evacuation procedure.

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 DISCLAIMER
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 Some photo illustrations were taken from www.google.com.

 Some photo illustrations were taken from Couva West Secondary

School.

 Some information were taken from the World Health Organization

(WHO) web site and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC).

 Some information were taken from the Ministry Of Heath (MOH)

web site. www.health.gov.tt

 https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-
2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters
ENTRY PROTOCOL
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 ENTRY PROTOCOL
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 Persons who are entering the school compound will first have their temperature
taken with a contactless wall- mounted infra red thermometer.

 Once the temperature reading is below 37.5 degrees Celsius, and does not portray
any flu like symptoms, persons will wash their hands with the provided utilities.

 Designated area for persons who are higher than 37.5 degrees to shade for 5
minutes, then rechecked.

 After the temperature check, persons will have to provide some information in a
stationed log book. It entails information such as name, address, contact number,
temperature reading and ID card number.

 Once that procedure is completed, persons will have permission to move beyond
the security booth.
 FORBIDDEN ITEMS.
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NO:
 Knives
 Gum
 Soft Drinks
 Alcohol or Alcoholic beverages
 Cigarettes, E-Cigarettes
 Narcotics
 Glass Bottles
 Lighters, matches
 Electronic devices
 What is Coronavirus COVID- 19?
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 A novel Coronavirus (CoV) is a new strain of the coronavirus.

 The disease caused by the novel coronavirus, first identified in Wuhan, China,
has been named coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) – ‘CO’ stands for
corona, ‘VI’ for virus, and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to
as ‘‘2019 novel coronavirus’ or ‘2019-nCoV.’’

 The COVID-19 virus is a new virus linked to the same family of viruses as
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and some types of common cold.
Under the microscope.
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 How does COVID-19 SPREAD?
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 The virus is transmitted through direct contact with respiratory droplets of an

infected person (generated through coughing and sneezing), and touching
surfaces contaminated with the virus. The virus may survive on surfaces for
several hours, but simple disinfectants can kill it.
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 At present, symptoms currently associated with COVID-19 are:

 Fever
 Fatigue
 A dry cough
 Loss of appetite
 Body aches
 Shortness of breath
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 Other symptoms may include:
 Sore throat
 Headache
 Chills, sometimes with shaking
 Loss of smell or taste
 Stuffy nose
 Nausea or vomiting
 Diarrhoea.
WHAT CAN WE DO TO SLOW THE SPREAD OF
COVID-19?
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 WEAR A FACE MASK.

 As of September 2020 wearing a mask in public is has became law in Trinidad and
Tobago.

 Persons not wearing a mask can be fined from $1000 to $5000 and even appearing
in court.
 Persons entering the school who is NOT attired with a mask on will not be able to
enter the school compound. In the case of students, the school will administer one.

 The face mask must be properly worn, it must cover your nose and mouth at all
times. The mask must not be worn to cover your mouth only.

 Remember the idea behind wearing a mask is to minimise the spread of droplets
via coughing and sneezing.
Wearing of mask.
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 SIGNAGE
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 Upon entry you’ll notice a lot of COVID 19 signage.

SIGNAGE

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 RESPIRATORY ETIQUTTE.
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 At some point in time, the face mask will be off by both students or teachers.
This will only happen while eating or in other special circumstances such as a
medical problem etc.
 Respiratory etiquette in school includes covering the mouth and nose during
coughing or sneezing, with a tissue or a flexed elbow.
 It is important to properly dispose the used tissues in a waste bin, followed by
proper washing of the hands with soap and water by designated hand washing
stations.
RESPIRATORY ETIQUTTE.
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HANDWASHING/ SANITIZING STATOIN
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 HANDWASHING/ SANITIZING STATOIN
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 It is imperative that a hand washing/ sanitizing station be installed with

relevant cleaning agents at strategically identified areas.
 All persons on the compound must practice proper hand hygiene. The MTS
Security booth is at the very first point of entry into the school compound, so
persons who are allowed access to the compound must wash their hands and use
the paper towel provided to dry their hands before proceeding. MTS Security will
inform persons on this aspect of the guidelines.
 There are also several other handwashing/ sanitizing stations throughout the
school compound.
 Students are encouraged to wash their hands regularly for at least 20seconds.
SOCIAL DISTANCING
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 SOCIAL DISTANCING
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 Keep and maintain a distance of six feet (6ft.) away from others.

 Stop shaking hands or bumping fists to greet others.

 Do not hug, kiss or make any physical contact with anyone.

 Do not enter crowded spaces.

 Observe the illustrated signs throughout the compound.

 CLASSROOM
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 Seating Arrangements in the classroom is altered.

 Some classrooms will accommodate more furniture.
PHYSICAL BARRIERS
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 NO SHARING POLICY
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 We all know how some students love to share, but

during this pandemic it is highly recommended that
sharing of items be limited or NOT shared at all.
NO SHARING POLICY
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 FOOD/BOX LUNCH AREA.
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 Students are to sanitize before lining up.

 Students must stand on the 6ft markings on the

floor.

 Students are to receive meal and exit the area

immediately.
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 Maintain physical distance

( 6ft-2 meters) between
individuals.
 Foot makers will placed on
floor.
 Mask must be worn
 There will separate
entrance and exit to café.
 Do Not Forget To Wash
Your Hands

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 SUPERVISION.
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 The aim is to deter student gatherings.

 Supervision roster in effect.

 CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
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 MTS janitorial department will conduct all cleaning and disinfecting on

the compound based on their guidelines.

 High-Touch Surfaces
 The following are some examples of High Touch Surfaces:
 Labs/ Technical Vocational Apparatus/ tools
 Furniture
 Water fountain/ taps knobs
 Doorknobs
 Washrooms
 Electronic devices
 Hand rails
 Whiteboards
HIGH TOUCH SURFACES.
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 ISOLATION BAY/ SICK BAY.
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 Sick bay in the admin office remains the same.

 Two Isolation Bays are located in B1 1st floor.

 AERIAL MAP OF COUVA WEST SECONDARY.
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FARM
B2
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BLOCK E NT
B1 EE
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VAPA ADMIN HALL

CARPARK

MUSTER SECURITY

POINT 1 MUSTER POINT 2

GATE3 GATE1 MAIN ROAD GATE2

 POSSIBLE COVID-19 CASE.
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 Student feel unwell or develop flu-like symptoms

during class.
 Class teacher reports to rostered Block supervision
personnel.
 Student is conveyed to isolation room.
 Safety Officers to be informed.
 Contact student parents to receive them.
 Student to return with medical certificate from a
PUBLIC health facility.
 PSYCHOSOCIAL CONSIDERATIONS.
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 COVID-19 can create anxiety.

 Guidance Councilor
 Teacher
 Parent or Guardian
 Someone who you can trust
 Child line – 800-4321
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 MAINTAIN ROUTINES.
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 Hand washing: Wash hands often with soap and warm water
for at least 20 seconds, especially after coughing or sneezing.

 Cough/sneeze etiquette: Cough and sneeze into arm or tissue.

 Stay home when sick: Students should tell parents if they are
not feeling well.
 Keep clean: Keep hands away from face and mouth.

 Stay healthy: Stay healthy by eating healthy foods, keeping

physically active and getting enough sleep.
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 EVACUATION PLAN
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 An emergency signal or an announcement will be

given via the P.A. system or a manual hand bell will
be rung.
 All persons on the compound will safely evacuate
the buildings.
 Teachers will assist the students to the muster
point.
 Teachers and students will assemble at MUSTER
POINT 1
 All bags and personal belongings must be left
behind

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 Students will line up

according to their class
 One line for each class
girls in front boys to
the back. Muster Point
1
 Persons are to remain
quiet and await further
instruction.
 If persons begin feeling
ill please indicate by
raising your hands.
 Mask must be worn at
muster point
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 OUT OF BOUNDS
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These are areas that
students are not permitted
unless with supervision.

Car Park

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Eastern Side of the

compound
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BETWEEN B1 and
B2 Blocks
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Western
Side of the
compound
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Southern Side of B2
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