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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

So we are having to have the Covid test where I work and it’s ‘compulsory’ no ifs or buts ....I don’t think it’s fair that we have no choice in the matter as I for one haven’t had any symptoms.... not looking forward to it myself...... plus don’t know if I want to know if I’m positive or negative

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread..."

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

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By *atEvolutionCouple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION. Stoke

"So we are having to have the Covid test where I work and it’s ‘compulsory’ no ifs or buts ....I don’t think it’s fair that we have no choice in the matter as I for one haven’t had any symptoms.... not looking forward to it myself...... plus don’t know if I want to know if I’m positive or negative

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

You don't want to know that you could possibly save other peoples lives?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

Give your head a shake...gps are having to beg their friends for a spare test kit as they couldn't get a test anywhere in the country.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

You don't want to know that you could possibly save other peoples lives?"

Yes ! I’m saying I have no symptoms like many people plus would be nice to be given the option as I know numerous people are not getting a test done where they work

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

Give your head a shake...gps are having to beg their friends for a spare test kit as they couldn't get a test anywhere in the country."

Seriously !!!! I’ve not heard anything like that

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

You don't want to know that you could possibly save other peoples lives?

Yes ! I’m saying I have no symptoms like many people plus would be nice to be given the option as I know numerous people are not getting a test done where they work "

We are offered weekly testing where I work

I've never had it

Some do, some don't

Not sure you can be legally forced to be routinely tested

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By *atEvolutionCouple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION. Stoke

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

You don't want to know that you could possibly save other peoples lives?

Yes ! I’m saying I have no symptoms like many people plus would be nice to be given the option as I know numerous people are not getting a test done where they work

We are offered weekly testing where I work

I've never had it

Some do, some don't

Not sure you can be legally forced to be routinely tested "

Thank you for your positive comment

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By *atEvolutionCouple over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION. Stoke

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

You don't want to know that you could possibly save other peoples lives?

Yes ! I’m saying I have no symptoms like many people plus would be nice to be given the option as I know numerous people are not getting a test done where they work "

But you could be asymptomatic? Have it and pass it on with no symptoms yourself.

If you are worried physically about the test - it is uncomfortable but nothing mega worrisome - eyes might water (as they do when you stick something up your nose - You might gag a little with the swab on your tonsils.

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By *ackformore100Man over a year ago

Tin town

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

What's your reasoning for not wanting to know if you're positive?

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By *hickennchipsWoman over a year ago

up above the streets and houses

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

I didn’t think they wanted people having tests done if they had no symptoms, as that was why there wasn’t enough tests left?

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

I didn’t think they wanted people having tests done if they had no symptoms, as that was why there wasn’t enough tests left?

That’s what I said but they are now making it compulsory

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

You don't want to know that you could possibly save other peoples lives?

Yes ! I’m saying I have no symptoms like many people plus would be nice to be given the option as I know numerous people are not getting a test done where they work

But you could be asymptomatic? Have it and pass it on with no symptoms yourself.

Thank you

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By *hickennchipsWoman over a year ago

up above the streets and houses

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

I didn’t think they wanted people having tests done if they had no symptoms, as that was why there wasn’t enough tests left?

That’s what I said but they are now making it compulsory

Well if you refuse it could be considered refusal of a reasonable management test and could lead to disciplinary action

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

What's your reasoning for not wanting to know if you're positive? "

I guess it’s one of those isn’t it if you’ve not had symptoms..... we had the antibody test done but didn’t think they would implement the swab test due to lack of kits

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

I didn’t think they wanted people having tests done if they had no symptoms, as that was why there wasn’t enough tests left?

That’s what I said but they are now making it compulsory

Well if you refuse it could be considered refusal of a reasonable management test and could lead to disciplinary action

As far as I know a lot of people have refused to have it done.... this has only come about a week ago

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test"

I have no idea

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test

I have no idea "

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I've had one not that bad tbh as I had to as was admitted to hospital with a illness not covid related x

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By *allySlinkyWoman over a year ago

Leeds

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

Is this so the government can say they are doing 600000 tests a day ?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

Is this so the government can say they are doing 600000 tests a day ?"

Fuck knows

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test

I have no idea

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

The government always lies lol

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I've had one not that bad tbh as I had to as was admitted to hospital with a illness not covid related x"

Yeah I know on every hospital admission you have to have one done

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test

I have no idea

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

The government always lies lol"

Don't say that on here

They'll accuse you of wearing a tin foil hat

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

No there aren’t, I’ve been trying to get a test for the past 2 days and I still can’t get one, no walk in appointments or drive through appointments available and no postal tests either

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test

I have no idea

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

The government always lies lol

Don't say that on here

They'll accuse you of wearing a tin foil hat

Lmfao

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

No there aren’t, I’ve been trying to get a test for the past 2 days and I still can’t get one, no walk in appointments or drive through appointments available and no postal tests either

I’ve been told there are still places you can walk into for a test

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test

I have no idea

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

And that’s why I don’t understand why there is a shortage if loads of company’s have kits

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By *aisyDoandDaisyDontWoman over a year ago

little old town of Reading!

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

No there aren’t, I’ve been trying to get a test for the past 2 days and I still can’t get one, no walk in appointments or drive through appointments available and no postal tests either

It’s almost as though it’s not as earth shatteringly urgent as they would have you assume!

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By *ikeC81Man over a year ago

harrow

My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks "

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

If your employers are saying all staff need to and have several kits I presume there’s good reason for it in your line of work.

As others have suggested why wouldn’t you just have a simple swab taken confirming you are all clear or in a worst case scenario stopping you from unintentionally endangering many others if you where positive.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test

I have no idea

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

And that’s why I don’t understand why there is a shortage if loads of company’s have kits

its not kits they are short of, its lab capacity to complete the test

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

If your employers are saying all staff need to and have several kits I presume there’s good reason for it in your line of work.

Very true

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By *iffy1968Man over a year ago

STAFFORD

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

Just becauee you are showing no symptoms or signs you could be A Symptomatic

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Where have your company got all the test kits from ? I was reading today about a GP who had to cancel urgent appointments as she couldn't get a test

I have no idea

There are boxfuls at my workplace every week and have been for months

And that’s why I don’t understand why there is a shortage if loads of company’s have kits

its not kits they are short of, its lab capacity to complete the test "

Guess so..... as I know the tests results usually come back in a couple of days

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Why don't you want it done ?

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By *az080378Woman over a year ago

Cromer

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !"

Why is it shocking?

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

Just becauee you are showing no symptoms or signs you could be A Symptomatic "

I know ..... but as I said it’s one of those, was asking for people’s thoughts on the matter if it were them having to have the test

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Why don't you want it done ?"

I’m not looking forward to it as it’s not nice apparently but understand why it has to be done.... jist I know many people do the test differently .... some go to the back of the nose and some only swab the inside

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?"

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

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By *issmorganWoman over a year ago

Calderdale innit

I have one weekly and have for weeks, it helps me know the people I look after are safe and me and my partner too.

Little bit unpleasant, but no big deal. we also have daily temperature checks, I'm happy that where I am is doing all it can.

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By *ophieslutTV/TS over a year ago

Central

It seems dogmatic to insist that someone has a test, as the result could affect them in many ways, other than having time away from a work site. If the employer was accepting some responsibility for mistakes they have made, I would first expect them to inform me of their remedial measures, including the provision of tests. ACAS may be a reasonable step for advice and support, as may a union.

Testing could affect future insurance availability and costs, I would expect, as all medical tests and conditions have to be informed to insurers.

I'd certainly expect that any mandatory, intrusive measure into my body and health would have to be completely justified by an employer, especially if it's not included within my employment contract. Obviously it should be undertaken within employment hours and it should be with a guarantee that you'll not be adversely affected in any way, now or in the future, due to their decisions.

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By *az080378Woman over a year ago

Cromer

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests "

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I have one weekly and have for weeks, it helps me know the people I look after are safe and me and my partner too.

Little bit unpleasant, but no big deal. we also have daily temperature checks, I'm happy that where I am is doing all it can. "

That’s good to know thank you

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By *andAukCouple over a year ago

leeds

Wish more places would do this to keep the workforce safe.

I know that there are some at my place of work breaking the distancing rules so would be good to know we're all fine.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?"

I think only daily testing with rapid results would have any real benefit in the health and social care sector

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?"

This is what I’m saying.... people in healthcare are not tested regularly it’s only the people that go into hospital are tested this is why I’m asking people’s thoughts on this

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By *az080378Woman over a year ago

Cromer

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?

I think only daily testing with rapid results would have any real benefit in the health and social care sector "

True, the sooner they roll that out the better.....

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?

I think only daily testing with rapid results would have any real benefit in the health and social care sector "

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?

I think only daily testing with rapid results would have any real benefit in the health and social care sector

True, the sooner they roll that out the better....."

Yes but the big chiefs that sit on their asses all day will say they haven’t got the funding for that..... it’s a no win situation

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Wish more places would do this to keep the workforce safe.

I know that there are some at my place of work breaking the distancing rules so would be good to know we're all fine. "

That’s the problem as many people don’t do social distancing no matter where they are

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"It seems dogmatic to insist that someone has a test, as the result could affect them in many ways, other than having time away from a work site. If the employer was accepting some responsibility for mistakes they have made, I would first expect them to inform me of their remedial measures, including the provision of tests. ACAS may be a reasonable step for advice and support, as may a union.

Testing could affect future insurance availability and costs, I would expect, as all medical tests and conditions have to be informed to insurers.

That’s good to know.. thank you

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By *andAukCouple over a year ago

leeds

Guess they're writing it into the company H&S policy and safe working/guarding practices.

No different to companies who carry out regular drug tests really.

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By *arry247Couple over a year ago

Wakefield

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

Have your employers carried out a data protection impact assessment for this before starting testing if not they are breaking the law.

If an employee does not agree to take a test, they cannot be forced to do so. However if the company can prove the necessity of testing in the particular environment then they may be able to take disciplinery action against you. Check the have carried out the legally required data protection impact assessment and ask why the test is necessary, they cannot do it just because they want to

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

Have your employers carried out a data protection impact assessment for this before starting testing if not they are breaking the law.

I’ll do that first thing Monday morning....thank you

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Guess they're writing it into the company H&S policy and safe working/guarding practices.

No different to companies who carry out regular drug tests really. "

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Really appreciate your thoughts on this I shall pass on all information to my colleagues ... thank you

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By *ugby 123Couple over a year ago
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O o O oo

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

Not according to the people wanting tests

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

Not according to the people wanting tests"

Only quoting what I’ve heard

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By *luebell888Woman over a year ago

Glasgowish

We are able to get tested between 8 and 4 on a Wednesday. As we all do shifts they will not and can not force you to come in on days off or annual leave.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"We are able to get tested between 8 and 4 on a Wednesday. As we all do shifts they will not and can not force you to come in on days off or annual leave."

That’s good to know

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By *sGivesWoodWoman over a year ago

ST. AUSTELL, CORNWALL

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

96 mile round trip where I am. There weren't any tests available by post either.

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By *oncupiscence73Woman over a year ago

South

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

Seriously no drama the throat swab just activates your gag reflex a little - nose one nothing to report.

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By *oncupiscence73Woman over a year ago

South

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

Not according to the people wanting tests

Only quoting what I’ve heard "

There are currently No tests available lots of kids needing tests and parents can’t get them so whole house has to assume the worst and isolate for 14 days. Back to school joys. I’d grab weekly testing with both arms us teachers aren’t allowed that.

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By *oncupiscence73Woman over a year ago

South

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?

I think only daily testing with rapid results would have any real benefit in the health and social care sector "

Not teachers? As it stands if a child has symptoms the whole bubble has to isolate except the teacher ....

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Lots of moaning about can’t get test

Especially by the so called news

We have friends who live in Germany and are in the same boat .

If you get a test there is a five day wait for results

But you don’t hear that on our news here.

Just hope bad it is for us

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?

I think only daily testing with rapid results would have any real benefit in the health and social care sector

Not teachers? As it stands if a child has symptoms the whole bubble has to isolate except the teacher .... "

Why not the teacher ??

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By *oppet22TV/TS over a year ago

huddersfield

The test not that bad and at least you know your safe

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan over a year ago

Hastings

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

So is you company footing the bill and doing it on the Gov.uk site there is a list to tick and it is not just because my boss wants it testing is stated as

Only get a test if you have coronavirus symptoms or have been asked to get tested by test & trace

So you might not be able to book one

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

So is you company footing the bill and doing it on the Gov.uk site there is a list to tick and it is not just because my boss wants it testing is stated as

Only get a test if you have coronavirus symptoms or have been asked to get tested by test & trace

So you might not be able to book one "

We all had an email stating it has to be done and to fill out our details

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Lots of moaning about can’t get test

Especially by the so called news

We have friends who live in Germany and are in the same boat .

If you get a test there is a five day wait for results

But you don’t hear that on our news here.

Just hope bad it is for us

We never hear anything on our news about things like that

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By *ophieslutTV/TS over a year ago

Central

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

Not according to the people wanting tests"

Even when people managed to find a test time, it sometimes needed them to cross the sea, for an early morning appointment, such as Northern Ireland to Scotland.

A Welsh person had to travel long distance to Telford, to arrive and then be told that the centre was shut, even though he was on time.

Northeastern people have been given slots on the West Coast automatically.

That's if appointments are even available anywhere. Often by early morning the tests have gone for in-person or by post and people have to join the even larger queue of people the next day, for the lottery of getting a test.

It must be really upsetting for people, as they have no priority as they've waited longer for a test etc, or can reliably know if they will ever get a test whilst they are infectious.

Talking of 10 million tests a day shocks me, when testing and tracing isn't something we could get right before any second wave, should it get worse.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I would have thought there will be plenty who cant get a test will be a little bemused if they read this thread...

There are plenty of places you can get a test done

Not according to the people wanting tests

Even when people managed to find a test time, it sometimes needed them to cross the sea, for an early morning appointment, such as Northern Ireland to Scotland.

A Welsh person had to travel long distance to Telford, to arrive and then be told that the centre was shut, even though he was on time.

Northeastern people have been given slots on the West Coast automatically.

It must be really upsetting for people, as they have no priority as they've waited longer for a test etc, or can reliably know if they will ever get a test whilst they are infectious.

Talking of 10 million tests a day shocks me, when testing and tracing isn't something we could get right before any second wave, should it get worse. "

But it is going to get worse..... now he’s putting restrictions on again and I can see a major lockdown happening before Christmas

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Why don't you want it done ?

The test is fine, minor discomfort, just gag a little. I've done it twice due to having a high temp and not allowed in work until cleared. I did it myself, it didn't bother me having it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Why don't you want it done ?

The test is fine, minor discomfort, just gag a little. I've done it twice due to having a high temp and not allowed in work until cleared. I did it myself, it didn't bother me having it."

I guess I don’t mind having it if I can do it myself

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

Seriously no drama the throat swab just activates your gag reflex a little - nose one nothing to report. "

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan over a year ago

Hastings

But it is going to get worse..... now he’s putting restrictions on again and I can see a major lockdown happening before Christmas

I guess if we do lockdown Xmas would be a good time as lots off work and schools shut but I would not think more then 3 weeks

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By *oncupiscence73Woman over a year ago

South

"My dad is a nhs contractor and gets tested every two weeks

Every 2 weeks ?? Shocking !

Why is it shocking?

That he has to have it done every 2 weeks when the labs are inundated with tests

But surely it makes sense that people working (especially in healthcare) are tested regularly to prevent spreading the virus?

I think only daily testing with rapid results would have any real benefit in the health and social care sector

Not teachers? As it stands if a child has symptoms the whole bubble has to isolate except the teacher ....

Why not the teacher ??"

Them’s the rules ....... so said teacher could then infect the whole school. The official reason is that teachers have a responsibility to socially distance from pupils ... righto if a four year old is crying, or their lace needs tying or they can’t open their banana you’ll ignore them even if you have got room to get 32 kids in your class then social distance.

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By *oncupiscence73Woman over a year ago

South

"But it is going to get worse..... now he’s putting restrictions on again and I can see a major lockdown happening before Christmas

I guess if we do lockdown Xmas would be a good time as lots off work and schools shut but I would not think more then 3 weeks "

Too late by then we need everything closed now for 2 weeks proper lockdown short and sharp

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Why don't you want it done ?

It's slightly uncomfortable at worst and only for a second seriously, I've heard folk describe it as horrendous which is just ridiculous lol don't stress bout it, it really is painless

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By *dores blackmenWoman over a year ago

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"Why don't you want it done ?

The test is fine, minor discomfort, just gag a little. I've done it twice due to having a high temp and not allowed in work until cleared. I did it myself, it didn't bother me having it.

I guess I don’t mind having it if I can do it myself "

I'm sure you can use the test yourself

At my work they test 100 staff over 2 days per week,every week,we are given a choice to do it ourselves,or the RGN does it,I prefer the RGN to do it,just incase I do it wrong

They made it compulsory beginning of July,the management had advised that if you don't comply,you won't get any shifts,as it's all about protecting all the residents and staff

We put our phone number in and work email so we both get the results

I feel safer having it weekly,and am so use to it now it's just routine

Test results use to be within two days,now it can be more than 5 days

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan over a year ago

Hastings

"But it is going to get worse..... now he’s putting restrictions on again and I can see a major lockdown happening before Christmas

I guess if we do lockdown Xmas would be a good time as lots off work and schools shut but I would not think more then 3 weeks

Too late by then we need everything closed now for 2 weeks proper lockdown short and sharp "

Yes I agree but how will foot the bill lots of buissness are all ready strugalling and the government can pay out again.

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By *ackformore100Man over a year ago

Tin town

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ?

What's your reasoning for not wanting to know if you're positive?

I guess it’s one of those isn’t it if you’ve not had symptoms..... we had the antibody test done but didn’t think they would implement the swab test due to lack of kits "

Sure but as has been said before.. And not sure if the numbers have changed but 4 out 5 are asymptomatic so you could be spreading it... Be great to know wouldn't it? Especially if they are arranging it all for you. The rest of the testing systems seems to be under a bit of strain.

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By *ackformore100Man over a year ago

Tin town

"Why don't you want it done ?

It's slightly uncomfortable at worst and only for a second seriously, I've heard folk describe it as horrendous which is just ridiculous lol don't stress bout it, it really is painless

I am a pathetic man wimp and I've done it twice.... And walked away so it can't be that bad. Seriously though first one wasn't even discomfort.. Second one was slightly uncomfortable got 20 seconds .

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By *eddy and legsCouple over a year ago

the wetlands

what are you’re thoughts on having the test done yourselves ? "

Just get it done

Be thankful you have a caring employer, if you develop symptoms and don't get tested or are asymptomatic you could be the one that closes your employer down and possibly out if a job.

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