With Guernsey moving towards Phase 5 of its exit strategy
("the Bailiwick Bubble") and Jersey moving into Level 2,
("Safely moving towards the 'New Normal'"),
Walkers Guernsey Managing Partner and Head of the CI Employment
Team, Louise Hall, and Daniel Read, Senior Counsel in Walkers
Jersey office, discuss some of the main considerations for
businesses in planning for a safe return.
1. Employers are familiar with carrying out risk
assessments as part of their general health and safety obligations
across both Islands. Has the nature of these assessments changed as
a result of COVID-19 and planning for a safe return to work? If so,
what are the key points for businesses to consider?