A number of members have inquired about working from home as a precautionary measure. There has not been an overall decision made at this point, so we recommend that members who are interested should raise it with their supervisor to determine if working from home or other options to reduce exposure are potentially available.  
 
We are still engaged in conversations to ensure that all employees are supported and able to avoid spreading COVID-19 without facing financial hardship.

GENERAL INFORMATION

COVID-19 information and FAQs for BCGEU members working in the public service 

BCGEU requests COVID-19 memorandum for members working in public service

B.C. Public Service Agency risk identification and procedures

FAQ - if you believe you have COVID-19

Cheat sheet: Your employer’s duty to accommodate during COVID-19

INFORMATION BY MINISTRY & COMPONENT                                            

Component 1 Corrections and Sheriff Services: 

First confirmed case of COVID-19 at correctional facility 

Component information concerning COVID-19

Component 5 Retail, Stores and Warehouse:

Workplace safety measures 

Rights to sick pay and COVID-related absences

Recycling suspended at BC Liquor Stores

Component 6 Social, Information and Health:

Concerns regarding public spaces for members working for MCFD

Workstation set-up and home ergonomic tips when working from home for members working for MCFD

Right to refuse unsafe work checklist for MCFD supervisors

FAQ for members working for MCFD

Information regarding staffing working for MSDPR

Component 12 Administrative Services:

Concerns regarding public spaces for members working for MCFD

Workstation set-up and home ergonomic tips when working from home for members working for MCFD

FAQ for members working for MCFD

Information regarding staffing working for MSDPR

Component 20 Environmental, Technical and Operational:

Hours of work for those working from home