Staffordshire LOC COVID 19 Update 29th May 2020

There has been new guidance issued by OFNC around Essential Eye Care provision on 27th May 2020, which was further clarified on 29th May 2020. To summarise, as the pandemic has progressed, there is now an expanded range of situations where a patient's eye care needs are likely to be deemed essential.

It is important that all practitioners are aware of the practice & personnel measures required as we adapt to the Amber phase of the pandemic. To this end, please find enclosed College link: https://www.college-optometrists.org/the-college/media-hub/news-listing/primary-eyecare-covid-19-guidance-amber-phase.html

There is also a new AOP Infection Control & Prevention certificate which is being released on 3rd June 2020. The LOC would recommend all Dispensing Opticians and Optometrists attain this certificate, which is issued after watching lecture/ successful answering of MCQs. AOP link: https://www.aop.org.uk/our-voice/media-centre/press-releases/2020/05/29/new-aop-infection-control-and-prevention-certificate