Mr. Chair, I'll start by saying that CFIA is committed to protecting the health and safety of our employees, while of course maintaining and delivering critical inspection services. All of the facilities we operate within are required to follow appropriate public health protocols and seek guidance from local public health authorities.
We expect that the facilities are undertaking efforts to control any risks associated with workers who are ill. This is in addition to their regular cleaning, sanitation and other preventative controls.
We've also asked our own employees to follow the health and safety protocols put in place at the establishments where they work. CFIA employees, including inspectors, who exhibit any signs or symptoms of illness are advised to contact their management. We work very closely with the industry, the unions and public health authorities to ensure that appropriate measures are put in place.