Principal Scientific Adviser issues simple easy to follow guideline to prevent spread of COVID-19

New Delhi, May 20

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Central Government has issued a simple easy to follow guideline to “Stop the Transmission, Crush the Pandemic – Masks, distance, sanitation and ventilation to prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2 virus”.

In a media statement, Principal Scientific Adviser K VijayRaghavan has emphasised on following simple tools and practices to reduce the spread of corona virus.

The advisory issued today lays special emphasis on stopping the transmission and crushing the pandemic.

It highlights the important role well-ventilated spaces play in diluting the viral load of infected air.

Introducing outdoor air and primarily cross ventilation in offices, homes and larger public spaces has been advised as per the guideline.

For buildings with central air-management systems improving central air filtration and increased filtration efficiency has been defined as extremely helpful.

In offices, auditoriums, shopping malls and other such places use of gable fan systems and roof ventilators have been recommended.

The advisory also stresses on continued usage of double masks or a N95 mask.