Increased protection measures

• Appointment times staggered to reduce the chance of people meeting in the building.
  

• All patients and visitors will be triaged before entering the building.
  

• Pillows changed from fabric to wipeable and pillowcases removed.
  

• Privacy screens removed from the treatment rooms.
  

• Fans removed from the treatment rooms, clutter from desk removed, all objects placed in the cupboard.
  

• PPE will be provided for all staff including receptionists and practitioners. Gloves, apron and mask for practitioner - Gloves and mask to be changed between patients, masks can be worn per session or changed once removed.
  

Put in place distancing measures

• Waiting room to be closed and patients asked to wait in cars.
  

• Case history will be taken using social distancing whilst in the clinic room.
  

• Patients asked to attend alone unless a required carer/chaperone/guardian.
  

Staff Training

Offering a full range of Osteopathic Treatment

Local Osteopathic Treatment Centre

• All staff have been shown how to “don” their PPE and the protocol associated with wearing.
  

• Correct hand washing has been shown.
  

• All staff have read the risk assessment, the patient journey and the clinic policy.
  

• All staff made aware of current guidelines and advice.