Essential sectors list in NI published - Department of Economy also highlights guidance on making workplaces safer

The Department for the Economy has published guidance on making workplaces safer and a list of priority sectors during the current coronavirus crisis.
By Gemma Murray
Published 20th Apr 2020, 15:41 BST
Updated 20th Apr 2020, 15:49 BST
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The guide sets out principles and practical steps for employers and employees to keep themselves and their workplaces safe.

It also highlights the steps to be followed if employers and employees are concerned about safety.

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The list was drawn up by the Engagement Forum on COVID-19 with representatives from business organisations, trade unions, local councils, government, the Health and Safety Executive NI, Public Health Agency and Food Standards Agency.

A woman wearing a face mask and protective gloves with supplies at a supermarket as shoppers purchase supplies amid the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo: PA Wire)A woman wearing a face mask and protective gloves with supplies at a supermarket as shoppers purchase supplies amid the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo: PA Wire)
A woman wearing a face mask and protective gloves with supplies at a supermarket as shoppers purchase supplies amid the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo: PA Wire)

​​​​The priority sectors list is advisory and serves to allow companies in Northern Ireland to make their own decisions, and the guidance aims to have practical application in the workplace.

See the priority sectors hereSee making workplaces safer here

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