Guidance on when and where to wear masks

June 11, 2020

We have reviewed our approach to mask wearing in different areas of the Trust, following recent government guidelines. Our local arrangements are:

• Non-clinical office buildings – colleagues should maintain social distancing and handwashing. There is no requirement to wear masks, however you may wear your own face covering if you choose.
• Clinical areas including wards, clinic rooms and imaging  – wear PPE as currently advised (Fluid-resistant surgical mask (FRSM), disposable gloves and apron in all clinical areas with visor/FFP3 for close clinical care/AGP).
• Communal areas in clinical buildings e.g. main entrances and corridors – ensure social distancing, there is no requirement to wear a mask unless it is not possible to be socially distanced. In this case then FRSMs should be worn.

See our overview here.