Gov't requires businesses to have isolation rooms for sick workers

The government is set to release new health protocols requiring businesses to have or access isolation rooms for workers who test positive for COVID-19.

Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez stated that companies can either establish their own isolation rooms or partner with nearby institutions, and small-scale businesses may coordinate with local barangays in case of a need for isolation facilities.

The new guidelines will also mandate the assignment of a health officer to monitor compliance with minimum health standards and provide standard operating procedures (SOPs) for handling suspected or confirmed cases within workplaces.