COVID-19
Preventive Measures
& Practical Guide
“Building homes, transforming lives.”
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This document aims to describe the controls we have put in place to affect the threats from the COVID-19 virus and the plans we have in place to respond.
The COVID-19 is a member of the coronavirus family. Symptoms of the virus include pneumonia, coughs, fever and breathing difficulties. This policy exists to provide preventive measures to safeguard the health of all participants, villagers and employees to the best of our collective ability.
Epic endeavours to mitigate the risk of COVID-19. However, by participating in Epic’s programs you acknowledge that there are certain risks associated with COVID-19 and you voluntarily assume full risks of COVID-19 which you may sustain as you participate in Epic’s programs.
Epic follows the recommendations and requirements set by the Ministry of Health, Malaysia.
Epic reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
VIA CARPOOLING
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PREVENTIVE MEASURES
HANDOVER CEREMONY
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POST BUILD
RESPONSE PLAN
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APPENDIX
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AGENDA
TABLE OF CONTENT
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
ACCOMMODATION
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KEY INITIATIVES
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
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ELIGIBILITY &
POLICY ELEMENTS
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PRE-BUILD
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
& HYG
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PREVENTIVE MEASURES
HYGIENE
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KEY INITIATIVES
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
MYSejahtera
Social Distancing
Scanning in is no longer required. If your status is High Risk or HSO you may be denied entry to the event.
Social distancing is encouraged but not mandatory.
Mask On
Wearing masks indoors and when unable to practise social distancing is encouraged but is not mandatory.
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KEY INITIATIVES
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Wash & Sanitise
We encourage all participants to practise good hygiene by washing and/or sanitising hands whenever possible.
Government Protocols
We will follow and implement the latest government protocols as and when necessary.
Testing
Updated: Participants are no longer required to provide their Rapid Test Kit (RTK-Ag) results the day prior to the event.
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KEY INITIATIVES
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Transportation
Food & Beverages
Depending on the nature of the build, participants may need to self-mobilise & arrange their transportation/carpooling
All meals will either be pre-packed or served individually to avoid sharing of food or utensils when possible.
Regular Sanitation
Shared tools & equipment will be sanitised before and after the build.
We encourage all participants to sanitise shared items at the end of each day.
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KEY INITIATIVES
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Limited Visitors
To control & protect the safety of all parties involved, we require visitors to obtain permission prior to entering the build site.
Visitors must coordinate with the Experience Coordinator prior to the event.
Safeguarding Community
Updated: To safeguard the health of the Orang Asli communities, recipients & home owners may choose not to opt in the build as a preventive measure.
Please know that majority of children remain unvaccinated - please be cautious when engaging with the community.
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1.1. Epic will implement sanitization and disinfection of frequently touched surfaces and shared equipment before and after the event.
1.2. Wearing masks indoors and when unable to practise social distancing is encouraged but is not mandatory.
1.3. Participants are expected to bring their own water bottle to refill their own water for their own consumption.
1.4 If Participants are found to have symptoms of illness, including but not limited to a fever, prolonged shortness of breath, sneezing or coughing or have symptoms of respiratory infection at any stage, they will be directed to leave the event and return home and no reimbursement of fees will be provided..
1.5. To ensure the health of all parties, the home owner and community members may opt not to be involved in the build. When interacting with the community in close proximity, we recommend to wear a mask as a precaution. A surgical, medical or cloth face mask is acceptable.
ELIGIBILITY &
POLICY ELEMENTS
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ELIGIBILITY &
POLICY ELEMENTS
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1.6. Epic will not proceed with any event if the community partner (village representatives) does not give their approval to proceed,
1.7 Updated: Participants are no longer required to submit their Rapid Test Kit Antigen (RTK-Ag) results to their Experience Coordinator the night prior to the build.
Epic reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice
PRE-BUILD
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
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2.0 PARTICIPANTS ARE PROHIBITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM IF,
2.1. Participant has been in close proximity with anyone who has contracted COVID-19 five or less days prior to the build date.
2.2. Participant is unwell or have symptoms such as prolonged sneezing, coughing, fever and shortness of breath.
2.3 Participant’s COVID-19 test results are positive.
3.0 EPIC ADVISE ALL PARTICIPANTS TO UPHOLD GOOD HYGIENE PRACTICES BY
3.1. Washing hands frequently with soap or hand sanitizers (especially before meals),
3.2. Cover your mouth with tissue when coughing or sneezing and dispose of it immediately. If no tissue can be found, cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow,
3.3. Avoiding close contact with anyone who has cold or flu-like symptoms,
3.4. Discouraging handshakes and other contact methods which may increase the risk of spreading COVID-19.
3.5. Sanitise shared hand & power tools periodically.
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4..0 IN THE EVENT OF PARTICIPANTS ARRIVING AT THE ACCOMMODATION
4.1. All Participants have to strictly adhere to our accommodation operator’s SOP.
4.2. In the event that Epic organises accommodation, Participants must be aware that they may share bed and/or room with another participant.
4.3. Epic will assign the rooms based on availability and same sex pairing.
4.4. Meals will be provided via packed meal where possible. We encourage practising social distancing during meals.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
ACCOMMODATION
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PREVENTIVE MEASURES
VIA CARPOOLING
5.0 IN THE EVENT OF PARTICIPANTS COMMUTE TO EPIC HOMES BUILD VIA CARPOOLING
5.1. Participants may need to arrange their own carpooling system.
5.2 All usual SOPs apply, i.e. practising good social hygiene, wearing of mask.
5.3. Participants would need to stick to the same carpooling list throughout the whole event.
5.4. Drivers are advised to disinfect their respective cars once all Participants have safely arrived at their homes on the last day after the build..
5.5 In the event of a positive COVID-19 case, the Participant will need to source alternative transportation.
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PREVENTIVE MEASURES
HANDOVER CEREMONY
6.0 IN THE EVENT OF HANDOVER CEREMONY IN THE BUILD SITE:
6.1. All participants are encouraged to practise social distancing.
6.2. Updated: When taking pictures and in close proximity; please be cautious of the safety of the community. Wear your mask when taking a photo together. Ensure there is ample space for the community members to be positioned away from the group in a safe manner.
6.3. The homeowner and family may opt not to join the build during this period to reduce the risk and spread of infection.
Epic reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice
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7.0 IN THE EVENT OF RECEIVING QUARANTINE ORDERS OR A POSITIVE COVID-19 RESULT:
7.1. Participants must notify Epic at once. This will result in disqualification of the Participants to proceed with the Programme. If the participant is able to inform Epic of this 24 hours prior to the event, they may utilise their Builder Ticket in another build within 6 months. If the participant is unable to inform Epic within this timeframe, no refund will be issued.
During a build:
7.2. If a participant displays symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, flu-like symptoms, sore throat with headache or diarrhoea, loss of taste or smell etc) they will not be allowed to continue and will be required to take a RTK-Ag test. If the test result is negative, the build continues. However, the participant will not be allowed to continue and will be required to exit the event. No refund will be given.
7.3. If a participant has a COVID-19 positive result, the participant must notify the Experience Coordinators immediately, who will then notify Epic. Epic will halt the Programme. All Participants will be directed to return home to comply with government protocols. No refunds will be made.
POST-BUILD
RESPONSE PLAN
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APPENDIX
EPIC HOMES CONTACT DETAILS
Email : info@epichome.org
Telephone : 60374550851
Operating Hours : 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
HOTLINE NUMBER
CPRC Hotline
Telephone : 03 8881 0200 / 03 8881 0600 / 03 8881 0700
Whatsapp : +60178429454
Email : cprc@moh.gov.my
Operating Hoursi : 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Other hotlines: https://covid-19.moh.gov.my/hotline
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SUGGESTION OF CLINIC/HOSPITAL NEAR PROGRAM
Batang Kali
Klinik SP Care Antara Gapi (Build Site: Kg Gurney)
Address: 43, 43A & 45, Jalan Gapimas 1, Laman Gapimas, 48200 Serendah, Selangor
Contact Number: 03-6091 7753
Rawang
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Klinik Medrivon,
37, Jln Pusat Bch 1/4, Pusat Bandar Country Homes, 48000 Rawang, Selangor
Contact Number: 0367331706
KPJ Rawang Specialist Hospital
Jalan Rawang, Bandar Baru Rawang, 48000 Rawang, Selangor.
Contact Number :03-6099 8999
Klinik Sejahtera �(Accommodation: Hotel Leverage Rawang)
Jalan Sentosa, Kampung Melayu Batu 16, 48000 Rawang, Selangor
Contact Number: 03-6092 5296
Polyclinic Perdana Rawang �(Build Site: Kg Sungai Kelubi)
43, Jalan Setia 1, Taman Setia, 48000 Rawang, Selangor
Contact Number: 03-6093 2327
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SUGGESTION OF CLINIC/HOSPITAL NEAR PROGRAM
Serendah
- Poliklinik Serendah (Accommodation: Carpe Diem)
Jalan Besar Serendah, 48200 Serendah
Contact Number: 03-6081 1351
Tanjung Malim
- Klinik Lam (Build Site: Kg Serigala)
21, Jalan Chong Ah Peng, 35900 Tanjung Malim, Perak
Contact Number: 05-459 6382
- Poliklinik Salehudin (Accommodation: Hilltop Hotel)
5, Jalan Bernam 1, Taman Bernam Baru, 35900 Tanjung Malim, Perak
Contact Number: 05-458 3175
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“Building homes, transforming lives.”
Version 1.4
Updated 4.8.22
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