Covid-19 Resources

The Senior Leadership Team want to take this opportunity to update you on a number of other important COVID-19 (Coronavirus) topics that relate to our Operations and Functions, we appreciate that our team has many questions and have a plan communication to answer and inform as this situation unfolds.
 
As this situation evolves, the COVID-19 Subcommittee will continue to provide updates over the coming days and weeks.

This means we need our people to focus on their exposure to risks by controlling and/or eliminating hazards wherever possible.

While the risk of infection remains low in our workplaces, our guiding principles as we continue to move forward:

• Keep G&S Engineering employees safe is our first priority
• Continue to serve our Clients with the highest standards
• Do our part to slow community spread of the virus where there appear to be outbreaks, so that the most vulnerable people are able to get the care they need

It is important for all of our valued subcontractors and partners to adopt our commitment to safety, and for our team to advocate and action the motto, "if it’s not safe, stop- then make it safe".

Guidance for Sunsuper members on temporary early access to super

While superannuation helps people save for retirement, the Government has recognised that for those significantly financially affected by the coronavirus, accessing some of those savings today may outweigh the benefits of maintaining those savings until retirement.

If your employees are experiencing financial stress as a result of COVID-19, they may be eligible to access up to $10,000 of their superannuation in 2019-20 and a further $10,000 in 2020-21. They will need to apply directly to the ATO through the myGov website from mid-April 2020. It is important to note that applications cannot be made through Sunsuper directly.

Your employees can find out more on our website, or read the government’s fact sheet.

Regards

Jamie Woods

Regional Manager – Central Queensland

1. Create a daily routine-

Work out a routine that is going to work for you and your family. It’s a known fact that kids work well under routine, just as if they would at school. Try to keep their days planned and stick to the daily routine the best you can. You may find the daily routine doesn’t work how you thought it would. That’s ok, don’t put too much pressure on yourself as this is new to most of us. 

2. Start the day with a short Family meeting –

If they’re old enough to understand what’s going on, be clear about how independent you expect them to be while you’re working from home. Let them know when it’s ok to interrupt you (i.e. If they need a hand to go to the toilet or there is blood )

3.Capitalize on Naptime –

Try and schedule MS Teams if possible when your little one(s) are having their day sleep. For the old kids put on their favourite movie for some quiet time.

4. Prepare Snack & Meals –

Not having to commute works in your favour. Use this time to have snacks and meals prep and ready in the fridge will help save time and interruptions during the working day.

5. Keep Kids Entertained – 

As Easter is approaching, now is a great time to do some Easter arts and craft, obstacle course outside with a few witches hats, classics like hide and seek, tag, and catch are great ways for 2-3 kids to play together. For those little ballerina’s YouTube have tons of dance and chorography available.

6.Plan for Interruptions –

Every WFHP has at one point experienced being interrupted while on a conference call or phone. Hit the mute button during conference calls to avoid any unexpected yells of "Mummmeee!"in the background.

Give your child a nonverbal "Do not disturb" when you need quiet time. If you have a home office, place a item on the door that way they know not to disturb you when that item is on the door handle.

Toddlers won't understand that they can't always have your undivided attention. If your toddler is fussing while you're on the phone, it’s ok if they want to feel included or say a quick “Hello”, if you feel that you aren’t able to continue the call then reschedule to another time.

This applies for your pets, please don’t feel embarrassed if they are barking or making noises in the background. As a team we need to be understanding that certain background noises may arise.

7. Reach out for help if you need it –

The normal office day has a set start time and finish time. The new norm for most of us won’t see us do our work in a continuous block like a normal day in the office. It may mean that you will require to work at night when the kids are asleep or early in the morning. Ensure to reach out to your Manager if your finding it difficult to complete your full- time hours.