Confirm Covid-19 Cases

Confirmed Covid-19 Case at Allied Rental and Subsequent Action
This document is prepared to report the event of a confirmed Covid-19 case at ARM and consequent preventive
measures taken to contain the spread of disease within and outside premises.

On Thursday May 07, 2020, one of our employee from North region, reported about a Covid-19
positive test result of his immediate family member. The employee was immediately asked to self isolate himself at home and get tested for Covid-19. Understanding his social responsibility, he
voluntarily informed us of his test result which also came out positive. Currently he is hospitalized and
seeking medical attention in line with government health directives.

IMMEDIATE STEPS
Following the reported case, certain steps were taken as immediate measure for prevention of further
spread.
• Complete information was collected to identify the staff members who were in close contact
irrespective of the duration of contact. All those identified, were advised to stay at home and
undergo covid-19 testing immediately before returning to work. As per procedure, none of
the close contacts of a confirmed case are allowed to resume work until the reports are clear.
By the grace of Allah, all close contacts have been tested “negative”. As a precautionary
measure, still the identified close contacts are required to complete a period of 14 days in
isolation and observe for symptoms before reporting to office again.
• In addition to routine cleaning, all facilities were thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, ensuring
the process is aligned with cleaning procedures set forth by health authorities and respective
governing bodies.
• Incidence information was cascade down at all organizational levels to inform staff members
of their duty to stay vigilant and keep following all safety SOPs.
• Covid-19 refresher sessions were conducted at all facilities.
• All Senior Managers are in close contact with our staff member who was tested positive, to
keep a check on his health condition and assure him of our full support in this testing time.

WAY FORWARD
At ARM, we would like to assure that we are doing everything possible to ensure safety of our people
and community at large. We shall be keep playing our part as a responsible business entity by following
all safety SOPs outlined by respective government agencies for the disease containment and safe &
smooth operations.
At our all facilities, we are ensuring:
• Daily temperature screening at the entrance.
• Every single employee inside the premises must wear a Face Mask.
• Proper social distancing be maintained among staff members.
• Avoid workplace crowding.
• Remote working whenever possible.
• Necessary staff attending office to carry out work
• Frequent hand washing and observing all necessary hygiene measures
• Regular cleaning of work areas / frequently touch surfaces with disinfectants.
• Regular awareness sessions on preventive and sanitation measures
• Counseling of staff members by senior managers to report immediately for any
symptoms.
• “Zero Tolerance” for any violation of Safety SOPs.