Feeling sneeze-y, cough-y, or even just sniffly? It may be a good idea to stay out of the office away from your co-workers, even if you feel OK enough to work. Discuss with your manager around working from home if you are able to and this is an option for your role in these instances in alignment with our flexible working guidelines.
Log your sick leave through the staff portal
Alternatively, don’t forget to take sick leave if you are unwell to allow adequate rest and time for your body to get better so that you can return to work renewed, refreshed, and ready to go. A reminder to log your leave via Staff Portal > PeopleSoft HR on the Nest.
Working alongside someone who is sick
If you’re working near someone that generally appears to be unwell and you feel uncomfortable approaching them about it, please speak with your manager, who will be able to assist with gently reminding your co-worker not to come in if they are sick.
Free flu vaccines for staff
Flu vaccinations are now being offered to staff of all ages in Te Puna Waiora. Click here for more information, including how to book in. (Walk-ins are not able to be accepted).
Good-practice hygiene reminders
It’s important that we continue to follow those good hygiene practices that we developed over COVID times last year. These include:
- Coughing or sneezing into your elbow – not your hands
- Washing and drying or sanitising your hands with soap often
- Regularly cleaning and wiping down surfaces that get touched frequently
- Signing in to all buildings via the NZ COVID Tracer app or with the manual sign-in sheet provided. New QR code posters can be requested via FM Help.
Please email the Health and Safety team at safety@unitec.ac.nz if you have any questions.