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<p>The Government has stated that vulnerable people who are at increased risk of severe
illness from coronavirus (COVID-19) need to be particularly stringent in following
social distancing measures. Members of staff who are vulnerable or extremely vulnerable,
as well as individuals whom they live with, should be supported by their employers
as they follow the required social distancing and shielding measures.</p><p> </p><p>It
is critical that employers offer safe workplaces. The Government has published guidance
to help ensure workplaces are as safe as possible during the coronavirus (COVID-19)
pandemic. These guides cover a range of working environments and are available at
<a href="http://www.gov.uk/workingsafely" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/workingsafely</a>.</p><p>
</p><p>This guidance does not replace health and safety or equalities legislation,
it provides information to employers on how best to meet these responsibilities in
the context of COVID-19.</p><p> </p><p>Employees have a legal duty to make sure the
workplace is safe for their employees; this includes reasonable adjustments for employees
with disabilities and those who are clinically vulnerable.</p><p> </p><p>If employers
cannot provide a safe working environment for clinically vulnerable employees or those
with disabilities, and no other options are suitable, they may consider using the
Job Retention Scheme.</p>
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