RAT – Positive Result Registration
Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) – Positive Result Registration Form If you test positive in a rapid antigen test (RAT) it is very likely that you have COVID-19. You must immediately isolate (Opens…
COVID Updates
Check In Qld App
What’s changed since 7 February 2022 You no longer need to check in at businesses or venues where there is no requirement to be vaccinated to enter, such as supermarkets.…
FIT Testing Bookings
Qualitative Face Fit Testing can be booked by contacting Larissa Mills. lmills@fsph.org.au or calling 4331 1569
COVID-19 Test and Isolate National Protocols
COVID Precautions
COVID Precautions The numbers of potential, and present patients and staff testing positive, or likely to test positive for COVID is increasing. This is not unexpected as the state braces…
PPE Use – Non-Clinical Staff
Escalation of PPE Use – Non-Clinical Staff The table below provides further information and clarification regarding PPE requirements for non-clinical staff who work in clinical areas and/or work directly with…
COVID Team & Contacts
COVID Team & Contacts Due to the increase of COVID-19 related cases, both in the community and the hospital, a team has been put together to provide access to accurate…
Treatment Guidelines
COVID-19 Treatment Guidelines (Adults) This document has been developed by the Queensland Health COVID-19 Therapeutics Working Group to provide clinicians with recommendations on the treatment options for COVID-19 in adult…
Hospital Visitors
Updated Guidelines for Hospital visitors: One visitor per patient for a maximum of one hour (unless approved for End of Life, Carer, Guardian/Parent) Unvaccinated visitors are not permitted (unless approved…
COVID Payment
Service Australia Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment Are you eligible for the Service Australia Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment of $750? Workers who test positive to COVID-19 via rapid antigen tests are now eligible…
Leave & Pay
Can’t go to work, need to be tested, how do I get paid? I can’t go to work because of COVID-19 – What now? Employees can’t go to work if…
General Principles
General Principles Practice good hand hygiene Minimise social interactions and social gatherings at work Practice social distancing, especially when on breaks Where possible, have breaks in open areas outdoors Practice…
Testing
Testing Contact Infection Control if you have signs or symptoms of COVID 19 or are a close contact of a positive case. If you are directed to the Fever Clinic,…
Return to Work
Return to Work All positive staff members and close contacts must NOT return to work until they have been cleared by the Infection Control Team. Each person will have an…
Safe Fitting & Removal of PPE
To reduce the risk of transmission of infectious agents, PPE must be used appropriately.
Mental Health and Wellbeing Awareness
Mental Health & Wellbeing Awareness For most, COVID-19 has changed the way we live and work for now. Our experiences differ for many reasons, including where you live and your…
Vaccine Mandate
COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate – FAQ Workers in a healthcare setting (COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements) Direction The Direction (effective 7:30pm AEST, 10 Nov 2021) gives effect to the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee’s…
Residential Aged Care Facilities
Residents of residential aged care facilities (RACFs) are at increased risk of COVID-19 infection and are more vulnerable to serious complications if they do become infected. The single most important measure for preventing COVID-19 in RACFs is the avoidance of exposure.