Returning to Work in an Office during COVID-19

This checklist supports a safe return to office environments during COVID-19, aligned with Aviva Loss Prevention Standards. It guides planning and risk assessment, creation and communication of safe systems of work, displaying COVID-19 secure notices, and outbreak planning. It covers assessing who should return to work, social distancing measures, managing visitors and contractors, enhanced cleaning and waste disposal, hand hygiene, PPE assessments and training, workforce management and shift records, transfer zones for shared items, procedures for working away from the normal workplace including company vehicles, and ongoing communication and training for employees. Use as a starting point and seek professional advice for your specific workplace and jurisdiction.