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<p>Social distancing has been used in prisons since 24 March through the implementation
of a restricted regime and is promoted through regular communications.</p><p>Situations
where social distancing is not possible are controlled through safe operating procedures
developed in line with public health advice. Safe operating procedures identify the
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) items required in each situation and the method
of use. There is currently adequate stock and forward supply of all PPE items in accordance
with public health advice.</p><p>Basic hygiene is also a key part of tackling the
virus and hand-washing facilities are available to all prisoners and staff, and we
have worked closely with suppliers to ensure adequate supply of soap and other cleaning
materials.</p><p>These measures form part of our comprehensive approach to supporting
the health and safety of our staff and prisoners in response to the Covid-19 outbreak,
also encompassing our compartmentalisation strategy for prisoners to protect the sick,
shield the vulnerable and quarantine new arrivals as well as boost the resilience
of staffing at the frontline and roll-out of further testing.</p>
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