The following are useful resources and links related to services providing support for businesses and individuals.
PPE Standardisation/Certification
All products must have their CE marking clearly evident on the product and/or packaging and must conform to the relevant directive: Personal Protective Equipment Directive EU 2016/425.
Wanted : Gowns For NHS Staff
As you may be aware, there is a national shortage of gowns for NHS staff. This shortage is also affecting us locally and as a result, Devon is in desperate need of gowns. We are therefore putting out a plea for:
- boiler suits
- lab coats
- painting suits
- chemical suits
- disposable (or washable) overall with full length sleeves.
Full information on the kinds of items which would be acceptable is available here.
If you have stocks of anything which you think may be suitable, and which you are willing to spare, please email the CCG or ring 01803 314600.
Wanted : Scrubs for Hospital and local care homes
Seamstresses and pattern cutters around the Bay are making scrubs for the nursing and medical staff of Torbay. They need material:
- Preferably floral
- Must be cotton so it can be washed at 60 degrees
- Duvet covers are ideal
- Not white or cream
- Can be collected by a driver who will respect social distancing
Useful Links
- Further help from the Government via the Council.
- Grant funding of £2.25 million will be available soon from extra funds sent to Torbay from the Government.
- To find out more detail regarding the grants and to find the online application form visit https://www.torbay.gov.uk/health-and-wellbeing/public-health/coronavirus/advice-and-support-for-businesses/
- www.gov.uk/beis
- John Hopkins Covid-19 update : Learn More
- Corona Virus : Insurance update for Monday 23rd March 2020 : Learn More
- The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) is now available through participating lenders Learn More
- Business grants during the Coronavirus pandemic Learn More
- Torbay Help Hub Learn More
- 10 Minute Breathing Techniques to Reduce Anxiety Learn More
- Royal Torbay Yacht Club N.12 Home delivered Meals Learn More
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for employers and employees Learn More