Sampling points for control programs with rapid test of the general population and workers - March 27, 2021 The free screening programs with rapid antigen test of the general population and workers continue, with the aim of continuous monitoring of the community and the workplace. In order to ensure the smooth and safe operation of companies operating in accordance with the Decrees, employers in companies, as well as Heads of Departments / Services of the public and wider public sector have the responsibility to coordinate as employees undergo rapid testing, to ensure the mandatory weekly examination with rapid antigen test of the staff as follows:
Businesses / services that employ up to 3 people, the audit should be done on all employees. Businesses / services employing from 4 to 10 people, the audit should be done on at least 4 employees. Businesses / services that employ more than 11 people, the audit should be done on at least 5 people or 30% of employees, whichever is greater in number.In addition, through the program, the self-employed must participate, as well as people who work as domestic helpers and / or are responsible for the care of the elderly or people with disabilities or people who can not self-serve. It is reminded that all teachers and school staff, without exception, must undergo a weekly check-up with a rapid antigen test. The negative result certificate should be presented during the tests. At the same time, according to the Decree, dated March 2, from March 8, students aged 12 and over are required to submit a negative rapid test certificate on a weekly basis. It is noted that mobile sampling units will be located in public and private Lyceums and Technical Schools, however staff and students can be served at the various sampling points. Therefore, employees can come to the sampling points that operate in all Provinces, according to the plan drawn up by the employer / boss. For Saturday, March 27, the sampling units will be located at the following locations in Paphos:
