Covid-19 UK webinar: Mitigating the workplace risks of a second wave

Overview & Audience

As Covid19 lockdown restrictions continue to be relaxed by the Government, more businesses are opening their doors to both employees and customers. Some health professionals warn of a potential spike in infections and we are already seeing localised tightening of lockdown restrictions in certain parts of the UK. If there is a "second wave", what can we expect? How can businesses prepare, remain agile and mitigate their risks?

In our webinar, we talk through potential scenarios from an Employment and Health & Safety perspective and provide guidance to help businesses navigate the various risks and issues.

Agenda:

• Current government guidance
• What can we expect if infection rates spike?
• Health and Safety issues
  • Efficacy of Government Guidance and Economic Costs
  • Balancing the seriousness of COVID-19 risk against the cost of sacrifice
  • Viability and reasonable practicability
  • Route to compliance
  • Recording of key decisions
• Employment issues including
  • Flexibility in contracts and policies
  • Looking after mental health
  • Preparing strategies to deal with vulnerable employees and staff with childcare issues