The department of education has confirmed that 775 schools have been affected by Covid-19 since grade 7 and grade 12 were allowed to continue with the academic calendar on 8 June.“ Just like clinics, police stations, shops, mines and other frequently visited places, schools have found themselves also having to close and reopen.
“Principals must take measures to ensure that learners and employees are screened when the schools reopen using the department of health Covid-19 procedure and questionnaire. Learners and employees should report additional symptoms including body aches, loss of smell or loss of taste, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, weakness or tiredness.”
“They must also ensure that a risk assessment is conducted to identify categories of employees requiring personal protective equipment . Those employees should be provided with the accredited PPE in accordance with department of health guidelines.”
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