Question Period Note: Canadian Coast Guard – Testing of Crew Members
About
- Reference number:
- DFO-2020-00068
- Date received:
- May 6, 2020
- Organization:
- Fisheries and Oceans Canada
- Name of Minister:
- Jordan, Bernadette (Hon.)
- Title of Minister:
- Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard
Suggested Response:
• The Canadian Coast Guard is committed to the health and safety of its members, while continuing to provide essential services to Canadians, mariners and our partners.
• The Coast Guard has implemented pre-screening and are directing crew members who are showing symptoms of COVID-19 to stay home and get tested.
• They have also taken health and safety measures at shore-based sites and onboard vessels, following the guidance of public health authorities, including stronger building access procedures, and additional cleaning protocols and procedures to follow in the event of illness.
Background:
Not available
Additional Information:
None