What should I do if a worker tests positive to COVID-19?
As an employer, if you become aware of a confirmed case of COVID-19 at your workplace, you must immediately:
Direct the worker to return home and isolate immediately, whether or not they have symptoms. Once home, the worker must wait for further instructions from the Victorian Department of Health
Notify the department by completing the Employer COVID-19 notification form and emailing covidemployernotifications@dhhs.vic.gov.au. If the Department of Health has not contacted you within 24 hours of notification please call 1300 651 160
Notify your workers, suppliers and customers that there is a confirmed positive case
Notify WorkSafe and other relevant industry bodies.
For information on further action to take in the days that follow and to access the confirmed case workplace information pack, to understand your obligations as an employer and how to complete the required steps please visit the coronavirus website.