NZ Post Employee Returns Positive Test Result For COVID-19

Despite the fact that most essential service companies are well equipped to deal with the effects of the new delta COVID-19 variant, recent reports by transport talk have shed light on the essential workers of New Zealand. Of these essential workers, Truckers may be some of the ones in the firing line.

A NZ Post staff member working at the Auckland Operations Centre in Highbrook has tested positive for COVID-19 . 

The person works on the afternoon shift at the processing centre and was last at work on Monday. They have not attended work since they became sick and they were not suffering from any symptoms at the time.

They have not attended work since they became sick and they were not suffering from any symptoms at the time, NZ Post says. 

“We are working with the Ministry of Health to immediately contact those who are considered close contacts, and any person who worked on the same shift nearby this case are in isolation and will be tested

“We are also using CCTV footage to identify any other person who may have come into contact with this case. We are also working with the Ministry of Health on the control measures we have in place as a precaution to protect our people’s safety and wellbeing on site, including deep cleaning, which occurred on Thursday night.”

The Ministry of Health has given the green light for operations at the site to continue following the deep clean.

NZ Post expects some delays on parcels due to the increased safety measures and is encouraging customers to check on its website for updates. 

“We are currently seeking confirmation, but the latest medical advice indicates that the transferal of COVID-19 through mail and parcels is low risk. 

“COVID-19 is largely transmitted by respiratory droplets, and there is not good evidence that surface transmission is occurring in operational environments such as ours where physical distancing, use of face masks, hygiene, safety procedures and environmental factors are in place. 

“We have also re-implemented contactless delivery to avoid the need for physical contact between our Couriers and customers to help further prevent any spread of COVID-19,” the company says. 

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