Deep clean conducted at Newtownabbey Covid-hit Translink depot

Translink has confirmed a deep clean was conducted at Newtownabbey bus depot after two members of staff were diagnosed with Covid-19.
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Commenting today (Tuesday, September 8), a spokesperson for the transport provider said the cases at the Monkstown Avenue facility “came to light in the last few days”.

The spokesperson stated: “Swift action was taken in line with the latest Government advice, carrying out a deep clean of Newtownabbey bus depot after two staff members received a positive Covid-19 test result.

“Our colleagues are now recovering at home and close contacts identified through contact tracing are also self-isolating, as per Northern Ireland Executive guidelines.

Newtownabbey Translink depot. Pic by Google.Newtownabbey Translink depot. Pic by Google.
Newtownabbey Translink depot. Pic by Google.

“Safety is our top priority and we have a range of effective and detailed safety and cleaning measures in place to protect our staff and passengers.

“These include regular deep cleaning of vehicles and facilities using long lasting anti-viral disinfectant products, with mobile cleaning teams out during the day.”

The company pointed out it has protective screens in stations and on buses and hand sanitiser is available in all main stations

The spokesperson added: “Staff facilities also undergo touch point sanitation throughout the day.

“Frontline staff have been given PPE including face coverings, gloves and hand sanitiser. Drivers have also been issued with antibacterial wipes, to ensure cabs are cleaned between staff handovers.

“In addition, we are operating ‘no change’ policy on board buses and trains and encouraging passengers to use contactless payment methods as a further protective measure.”

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