Managing the impact of COVID-19 cases at your business

Get prepared

The Government is working to keep the Omicron variant of COVID-19 out of New Zealand for as long as possible. However, Omicron will make its way into our communities and workplaces eventually. When it does, many people are likely to get COVID-19.

New Zealand is well-prepared for an Omicron outbreak, with high vaccination levels, boosters and childhood vaccination now available, and public health measures in force through the COVID-19 Protection Framework.

These measures will help slow the initial spread of Omicron. However, it is important to prepare for potential workforce shortages, due to staff being sick or needing to self-isolate, and supply chain issues.

As a business owner, there are steps you can take to protect your staff and customers against Omicron. Taking a moment now to think about how you would respond when there are cases of Omicron in the community could save time, stress, and resources in the long run.  A clear plan can potentially help lessen the impact as you focus on ultimately operating in a safe way.