Port & Ship COVID-19 Control Checklist

16 items · Travel · Medium difficulty · 30 min

Practical steps to reduce COVID-19 spread in ports and ships.

• Appoint a COVID-19 response lead for the port

  Single contact to coordinate actions and reporting.

• Map key port areas and identify isolation spaces

  Mark where suspected cases can be safely separated from others.

• Set up an isolation area with clear signage and basic supplies

  Provide masks, gloves, thermometer, and contact info.

• Implement entry screening for travellers and crew

  Use symptom questions, temperature checks, and travel history.

• Establish testing and reporting pathways with health authorities

  Clarify who requests tests and how results are communicated.

• Train staff on infection prevention and control (IPC) and PPE use

  Include donning/doffing practice and refreshers.

• Provide and restock PPE for frontline staff

  Maintain accessible supplies at key points.

• Stock surgical masks, N95 respirators, gloves, and gowns

  Keep enough for screening, isolation, and emergency use.

• Place PPE grab-and-go kits at screening and isolation points

  Kits speed up safe response to suspected cases.

• Install hand hygiene stations at entrances and high-traffic areas

  Provide alcohol rubs and soap-and-water sinks.

• Implement a cleaning and disinfection schedule for high-touch surfaces

  Use approved disinfectants and log cleaning times.

• Improve ventilation in enclosed spaces and avoid air recirculation

  Increase fresh air where possible to reduce airborne spread.

• Limit non-essential movement of crew and passengers

  Restrict unnecessary shore leave and group gatherings when needed.

• Manage cargo, luggage, and supplies to minimize close contact

  Use physical distancing and hand hygiene during loading/unloading.

• Communicate clear health guidance to passengers and staff

  Use signage, announcements, and digital messages; keep records of briefings.

• Coordinate with customs, immigration, and public health authorities

  Agree roles, information-sharing, and escalation steps.

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