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Written question asked by Alex Norris (Labour) on Thursday, 17 June 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 June 2021 (named day). It was answered by Paul Scully (Conservative) on Tuesday, 22 June 2021 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Coronavirus: Disinfectants

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, whether his Department has plans to strengthen workplace guidance by highlighting how businesses can confirm the efficacy claims of the (a) hand sanitiser and (b) surface disinfectant products they are purchasing in order to protect staff and customers.

Answer

BEIS has worked closely with Health and Safety Executive and Public Health England to ensure that the Safer Working guidance for businesses is based on the most up to date understanding of Covid-19. Guidance is kept under constant review and it is updated accordingly. Businesses should carry out Covid-19 risk assessments and follow the Safer Working guidance.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17819
Session
2021-22
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Health and safety Disinfectants Coronavirus
Link
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