Remote testing for workplaces: employer information
Training staff to test
Training is mandatory. A suite of online virtual training modules, a guide including on interpretation of results, are available for staff to learn to self-administer their test.
As a workplace, you will need to ensure your staff are confident to undertake the test. Here are some assurance questions for you to use. Any member of staff who requires or wishes it, should have the opportunity to be observed by a trained colleague the first time they take the test. You can also contact the SMART Testing Team for further support for assurance.
Staff testing remotely from the workplace will need to undertake the following modules:
- How to give guidance on self-swabbing for the Innova LFD test
- How to process COVID-19 tests using the Innova Lateral Flow Device
- How to log results for COVID-19 tests using the Innova Lateral Flow Device
- Test Operatives – using the Log Results website
For the majority of staff, the suite of online training and the guide will be sufficient for staff to become proficient in self-testing independently. Some staff, where English is not their first language, or who have dexterity or other issues, will require practical support which may include hands-on demonstrations/training.
It is possible that some members of staff may not be willing or able to use the device. LFD testing is entirely voluntary. Numbers of staff who do not use the device should be documented and recorded.