Back to SearchA Town of Wasaga Beach employee at town hall has tested positive for COVID-19.
The town learned of the positive test Friday and immediately contacted the Simcoe-Muskoka District Health Unit.
The employee started self-isolating at home on Wednesday and is following the direction of public health, which has completed contact tracing. The town is providing support as needed.
The employee was following protocols in place while in the workplace. They contracted the virus during non-work hours.
The staff member’s immediate colleagues are working remotely as a precaution.
The area where the employee works has undergone enhanced disinfection.
The town continues to follow public health guidelines. This includes physical distancing, mask wearing, and frequent hand washing.
All employees self-screen before reporting to work and stepped up daily cleaning measures, implemented at the start of the pandemic, remain in place for town facilities.
For more information about protecting yourself from COVID-19, visit the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit or Town of Wasaga Beach.
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