Guidelines and protocols for the transportation between provinces of essential seasonal workers in the agricultural sector was yesterday confirmed by government of the Western Cape.
The guidelines require that the following documents accompany every essential worker in circumstances where they return to their primary homes in other provinces after the completion of their contract:
- A permit that is completed by the employer for each essential worker rendering seasonal work.
- Every essential seasonal worker must have an identity document.
- Proof that each essential seasonal worker had been screened for Covid-19 before getting on the vehicle.
- A copy of the employment contract.
- Completed U119 forms for each seasonal worker whose contract has expired.
Furthermore owners and drivers of minibus taxis are required to ensure:
- Sufficient hand sanitiser in each vehicle.
- Each essential worker wears a face mask.
- The applicable regulations on carrying capacity during level 4 lockdown regulations are adhered to.
Under no circumstances should season workers who tested positive for Covid-19 be allowed to travel from the Western Cape to neighbouring provinces or regions.
The Western Cape Government further recommends that the receiving Province screen essential seasonal workers before allowing them to proceed with their travel.
