How can you help prevent the spread of COVID-19?
QEC is working hard to contribute to minimising the spread and impact of COVID-19, by asking everyone to:
• Practice good hand hygiene and wash hands often;
• Avoid touching your face;
• Cough and sneeze into your elbow;
• Stay at home if unwell;
• Postpone non urgent meetings or gatherings.
Can you still access QEC services?
QEC is committed to continuing our services during this situation. However, in order to protect all families, we have commenced the following (in line with the Government recommendations):
If you have:
• Returned from any overseas travel in the past 14 days OR
• Experienced COVID-19 symptoms (whether having travelled overseas or not) OR
• Direct contact with person diagnosed with COVID-19;
The following precautions will be followed:
I. You are unable to be admitted to any QEC program (for 14 days after return to Australia);
II. You will need to self-isolate - and seek appropriate medical attention;
III. We may ask you to provide medical clearance when recovered and ready to come to QEC (if you have tested positive for COVID-19).
Where can you get further support or advice?
This may be a stressful time for you and your family. You can access support and information from the following:
• Any person suspecting they may have the coronavirus disease can also call the Coronavirus Hotline (24 hours, 7 days) on 1800 675 398;
• Further information about the Victorian situation can be found here: https://www2.health.vic.gov.au/
• For national updates, go to: https://www.health.gov.au/news/latest-information-about-novel-coronavirus
We thank you for your understanding.