COVID-19 Ventilation Advice for Everyone

Last updated: April 2021

Please remember, COVID-19 doesn’t take a break and the risks of infection remain. An infected person releases particles into the air when breathing, coughing or speaking – the risk of infection is greater indoors.

Meet outside where possible – The risk of infection is reduced as the air dilutes the particles and moves them away from others.

If other people (workers, or friends / family) are coming in to your home,open windows or vents in that room – Open windows, doors and vents before, during and after visits at home. This removes infected particles from the air.

Let fresh air indoors – Letting fresh air indoors regularly throughout the day will dilute any infected particles and reduce the infection risk.

Avoid recirculating air – Avoid using ventilation systems which only recycle used air. Make sure that fresh air is introduced to all spaces.
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Shielding in Scotland Paused 1st August 2020

Shielding has been paused in Scotland for people considered more vulnerable to Covid-19.

Since 24 July, those in the shielding category have been able to shop and meet others indoors. They can now follow the same general advice as the rest of the population. To stay safe, you should strictly follow physical distancing and hygiene measures. This means you should:

– wear a face covering if you use public transport, visit a shop, or visit a care home or hospital

– avoid crowded places

– clean hands and surfaces regularly

– stay 2m (6 feet) away from other people

– self-isolate and book a test if you have COVID-19 symptoms

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