Face masks are an additional physical barrier and help to stop the spread of COVID-19, therefore
The State Government have advised they will assign Port Augusta City Council the task to provide free face masks to community members.

Face mask packs will be available to be collected from the Civic Centre and the Public Library from December 1st 2020.

Opening times for the allocations are listed below:

Civic Centre

Public Library

Face masks can also be collected on the grounds outside of the Civic Centre building at 4 Mackay Street if required by phoning the Civic Centre on 8641 9100.

What can I do to help stop the spread?

To protect yourself and others and help stop the spread of coronavirus:

• Practice good hygiene like covering coughs and sneezes and wiping down surfaces.
• Stay 1.5 metres apart whenever and wherever you can.
• Stay at home if you are unwell.
• Get tested for COVID-19 if as soon as symptoms appear, no matter how mild.
• Download the COVIDSafe app

Face masks

Currently in South Australia, wearing a mask in the community when you are well is not generally recommended. However some people may be required to wear a mask.
Read more on our face masks page, including information on:

• who should wear a mask
• how to wear a mask correctly
• links to resources including how to make your own face mask.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) at work

Personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines are available for businesses and employees who need to use PPE at work. For more information on health protection in the workplace visit sa.gov.au/covid-19 or the Safework SA website.

Please note: In some instances if you attend Council locations you may be requested/provided with a face mask on entry.

For further information please contact Council’s Media and Communications Officer on (08) 8641 9100

JOHN BANKS
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
30/11/2020