The risk of air conditioning spreading coronavirus (COVID-19) in the workplace

The risk of air conditioning spreading coronavirus (COVID-19) in the workplace is extremely low.

You can continue using most types of air conditioning system as normal. If you use a centralised ventilation system that removes and circulates air to different rooms it is recommended that you turn off recirculation and use a fresh air supply.

Find out more about using air conditioning and general ventilation during the coronavirus outbreak via hse.gov.uk/coronavirus/equipment-and-machinery/air-conditioning-and-ventilation.htm.