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As Countries around the world develop policies to revive their economies following the debilitating impacts of COVID-19 pandemic, Businessman and Politician, Prince Lanre Sanusi, shares some of his views on how to adapt to the pandemic that has overwhelmed healthcare systems and caused growing economic despair around the world.
PLS as fondly called who was an Aspirants for the House of Representatives seat in Amuwo-Odofin said as geographies begin to emerge from the first wave of COVID-19 cases, the question of reopening schools should be paramount in minds for stakeholders.
He noted that Schools do not only provide learning and social support for students but also, childcare centres, without which many parents cannot return to work.
However, as the world gets used to what he termed as the new normal, he suggested some safety protocols that must be put in place in higher institutions to avoid the spread of Covid-19.
”Distancing — Class capacities are to be reduced by 50% or more so that students may distance in the classroom. Professors should assign seating arrangements for easier contact tracing in the event of an infection.
”Plexiglass shields – Plexiglass shields should be put in place by the classroom entrance to provide as much protection as possible for students and the Professor.
”Face coverings – Students should be required to wear face coverings and professors should always be behind a barrier with a face mask.
”Sanitizing stations- At the entrance to every classroom, a sanitizing “station” must be provided with disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer.
”Student contact – Professor may ask students to contact him or her via email or another means to minimize direct contact with students before and after class.
”In accordance with local and national guidance, all students must also do the following: check their temperature before coming into campus. Any student with a temperature of 100 degrees or greater should not attend class and must inform the instructor.
”Practice good hygiene.
Practice distancing and maintain 6 feet of distance between you and any individual. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
”Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. Cover coughs and sneezes.
”Should any student need a remote option for an in-person class, should contact the Professor for instructions.”
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