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QUATOR 
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RINCIPLES 
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UIDANCE ON 
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MPLEMENTATION OF THE 
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QUATOR 
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RINCIPLES 
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URING THE 
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OVID
-19
 
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ANDEMIC
 
The guidance recommends that the borrower should consider the following in the 
engagement of workforce and management of risks: 
Engagement of Workforce 
 
Communicate its approach to COVID-19 management to its workforce (including 
contractors) and provide information and advice about the virus. 
 
Engagement methods should ensure the ability to provide frequent updates with a 
central information communication network that allows workers to access all the 
latest information and guidance. 
 
Consider the need for a 24-hr hotline. 
 
Design communication in a way that avoids risks of stigma associated with 
infection in line within available good practice. 
Managing Health Risks 
It is recommended that the borrower shall develop a range of actions/procedures to manage 
workers risks. These procedures must align with the latest guidance/requirements at 
national/regional levels and WHO guidelines. It should also ensure that up to date information 
is maintained at the Project level and liaise with national/local authorities as applicable. 
Welfare and Livelihoods 
Where travel restrictions lead to workers remaining on site for longer rotations, fatigue 
management procedures are recommended. The following measures are also 
recommended in instances where workforce reduction maybe required: 
 
Consultation with workers/representatives during the entire process of evaluating 
viable options. 
 
Options for avoiding redundancy should be considered in the first instance (e.g. 
paid/unpaid leave, reduced hours/pay) with retrenchment taken as the last 
option. 
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Reduction in workforce should be undertaken incrementally where possible and 
regularly reviewed.
Consideration should also be given to risks posed to vulnerable workers i.e. casual workers, 
woman, workers with childcare issues, supply-chain workers and their needs and support 
provided as required. 

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