During the period of the national fight against the novel coronavirus epidemic, there are many positions that require more exposure to people, such as drivers, who are at higher risk of infection than the general population. Therefore, such people should pay more attention to comprehensive protection at work and in their daily lives.
I. Protection during work
1.Measure body temperature and wear good protective tools: measure body temperature before leaving home, insist on wearing a mask throughout, or even wear protective gloves and goggles, or if this is not possible, wear driving goggles, both to protect your own health and to be responsible for the health of other passengers or personnel.
2, do a good job of disinfection and records in the car: before departure, after carrying passengers can be used containing effective chlorine 250mg/L-500mg/L chlorine disinfectant spray or wipe the surface of objects in the car, but also effective disinfection wipes, disinfection range includes the inner wall of the body, the driver’s steering wheel, the car armrest, the center console, leather seats, seat belts, etc.. Seat covers and other textiles should be kept clean, washed and disinfected regularly, and the disinfection time should be recorded.
3, strengthen ventilation: when there are conditions to the open environment with few people, you can properly open the vehicle or sunroof to ensure ventilation in the car. Or appropriately increase the power of air conditioning air exchange, but also to increase the number of air changes.
Second, how to do after going home
1.Self-disinfection
(1) home after taking off the mask into the garbage bag, and spray medical alcohol into it, sealed treatment; individuals also shower and change clothes.
(2) Disinfect cell phones, keys and other items by spraying them with medical alcohol and then wiping them with paper towels.
(3) worn jackets and clothing should be diligently cleaned and disinfected. If this is not possible, place the removed clothing at the window and open the window for ventilation.
(4) Wash your hands promptly with soap or hand sanitizer, scrub your wrists, back of your hands, palms and finger crevices for 30 seconds, pay attention to rinse with running water and dry your hands with paper towels.
2, pay attention to the protection of family members
(1) Place yourself in a well-ventilated single room and instruct your family to reduce entry.
(2) Minimize access to common areas for family members’ activities, do not share dishes with family members during meals, and maintain a distance of at least 1 meter when communicating.
(3) When washing gloves and work clothes, use a disinfectant with an effective chlorine concentration of 200mg/L for 20-30 minutes before washing with water and drying.
Third, what not to do
1.Do not take off the mask or communicate with people or disinfect the vehicle without any protection.
2.If suspicious symptoms appear, such as fever, cough, breathing difficulty, diarrhea, vomiting, etc., do not continue to work, report promptly and seek medical attention if necessary.
IV. What to do
1.Passengers need to be reminded to wear masks when carrying passengers, and for those who do not cooperate in wearing masks, they can refuse to carry them and report to the relevant responsible department at the same time.
2.Measure body temperature at least twice a day. If the mask gets wet or dirty, it may lead to a decrease in protection performance and needs to be replaced in time. Apply hand sanitizer or soap to wash hands in running water after toileting, before meals and after work, or use hand sanitizer without washing.
3. To avoid fire, disinfectant or alcohol needs to be placed in an area that is not affected by light and heat.
V. What is good to carry to protect yourself
Prepare a day to use the mask, disinfectant wipes, medical alcohol, protective gloves and other items.
Note: It is recommended to wear a single-use medical mask or medical surgical mask or KN95/N95 and above particulate protection mask.
Six, daily health protection
1, pay attention to rest: do a good job and shift arrangements for personnel, ensure regular work and rest time, ensure sufficient sleep, avoid fatigue driving.
2. Maintain a good state of mind: pay reasonable attention to information related to the epidemic, avoid aggravating the psychological burden, adjust the state of mind scientifically and reasonably, and maintain a service with a smile.
3. Maintain a balanced diet: It is recommended to have a variety of food, ensure the intake of fish, meat, eggs and milk, avoid contact with wild animals, and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits to increase nutrition and improve resistance on the one hand and meet physical needs on the other. In addition, the daily water intake should reach 1500-2000 ml as much as possible, and it is recommended to bring your own water cup at work.
References.
1. China CDC
What to do when you go out? (Prevention in public transportation)
Guidelines for Prevention and Control of Novel Coronavirus (First Edition) Prevention and Control Guidelines for Special Occasions No. 4 —- Transportation
Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Novel Coronavirus Infection for People at Different Risks (for People in Specific Industries)
2. Chinese Nutrition Society
Core Recommendations of the 2016 Chinese Dietary Guidelines