The Ministry of Tourism has suggested that owners of tourism-related businesses administer Covid-19 rapid tests to their employees when they return to work after the Pchum Ben public holiday, which kicked off on October 5, to prevent the coronavirus spreading.

“Prepare Covid-19 rapid test kits for staff after Pchum Ben is over and monitor their health regularly,” the ministry said in a notice dated October 4, noting that rapid tests shall be conducted on a voluntary basis.

The ministry encouraged those in the tourism sector to maintain vigilance to protect themselves from the disease.

“Always wear masks, frequently wash hands with soap or sanitiser, maintain distancing while travelling in shared vehicles or in gatherings as this poses high risk of transmission,” the ministry said.