Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 June 2020
290. Deputy James Browne asked the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation if she is satisfied that the number of persons entering a location (details supplied) are safe; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10072/20]
View answerIn order to assist businesses to reopen safely in accordance with the Government’s Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business, the National Return to Work Safely Protocol was developed. The Protocol is a useful guide for businesses in making their assessments and adapting their workplace procedures and practices to comply fully with the COVID-19 related public health protection measures. It sets out in very clear terms for employers and employees the steps that they must take firstly before a workplace reopens, and then while it continues to operate. The Protocol is available at https://dbei.gov.ie/en/Publications/Return-to-Work-Safely-Protocol.html. The Health and Safety Authority, which is an agency of my Department, is the lead agency in overseeing compliance with the National Return to Work Safely Protocol in the workplace. If employers or employees need further guidance on the Protocol, the HSA Helpline can be contacted at 1890 289 389 or wcu@hsa.ie.
I understand that Dublin Zoo recently announced that it was reopening to the public on 2 June in a reduced capacity and under new strict health and safety protocols.
