If you are learning to drive, both you and your instructor should wear a face covering, unless they live in the same household as you. private coaches and taxis used to travel to school.They should not be used by some children and young people with special educational needs who may become distressed.
It is strongly recommended that all pupils, regardless of age, continue to wear a face covering on both public transport and school transport services, where it is appropriate for them to do so and they are able to handle them as directed.
in indoor areas of public transport premises.on all buses and coaches, including private hire vehicles and school services.It is strongly recommended that you wear a face covering on all forms of passenger transport and in stations, including: It is strongly recommended that you wear a face covering when visiting any Health and Social Care setting, and follow other guidance, such as social distancing and using hand washing facilities, to keep patients, other service users and staff safe.įace coverings on public transport, coaches, taxis and tour buses Face coverings in Health and Social Care settings This may include, but is not limited to, effective signage, audio messaging and providing face coverings. It is also recommended that all businesses, including retail, hospitality, transport providers and close contact services promote the wearing of face coverings.
If you are in any doubt about whether you should wear a face covering, you are advised to wear one. This includes, for example, someone stacking shelves in a supermarket or a waiter in a café. It is strongly recommended that people who work in public areas of any enclosed premises also wear a face covering, unless they are separated from members of the public by a partition. You do not need to wear a face covering if you are seated in a restaurant, pub or café, though you should wear one if you leave your seat, such as when entering or leaving the premises, purchasing goods and visiting the toilet. This includes in shops, banks, entertainment and hospitality venues, indoor attractions and places of worship. It is strongly recommended that you wear a face covering indoors in any premises that are accessible to the public. However, some people may find it difficult to wear face coverings. It is important to respect one another and remember that the reasons some may not wear a face covering may not always be visible. It’s important to follow all the other government advice on COVID-19 including taking steps to stay safe and help prevent the spread.īy wearing a face covering you are showing your support and consideration for others and playing your part to prevent transmission of the virus. The best available scientific evidence is that, when used correctly, wearing a face covering may reduce the spread of coronavirus droplets in certain circumstances.Īlthough they may not prevent you from becoming infected with the virus, face coverings help prevent you from spreading it to others if you are unaware you are infected (some people don’t have any symptoms, especially early in the infection).īecause face coverings are mainly intended to protect others, not the wearer, from COVID-19, they’re not a replacement for social distancing and regular hand washing.
You can still catch and pass on the virus even if you have been vaccinated, so wearing a face covering helps to reduce the spread.ĬOVID-19 usually spreads by droplets from coughs, sneezes and speaking. Wearing a face covering helps keep you and others safe from COVID-19. The use of face coverings is strongly recommended in all indoor settings accessible to the public across Northern Ireland.
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