I (and two offices worth of employees) had to work from home today, so the company could test work continuity should it all kick off.
5. As shark 'works' from home and you work in a large institution his risk is much greater and he won't let you get close enough for you to have to make that decision. Currently weighing-up the risks going to Ceuse in June via the train to Avignon. From a risk of getting infected perspective, I have no major concerns: being in Ceuse will be a lot less risky than being in London. Train travel is slightly risky but probably less so than going to work on the Tube.My major concern is travel to France (or from the UK) will be banned or advised against. I think this is irrational but governments can’t be relied on to act rationally according to best evidence. A lesser concern is that one of us gets infected or have to self-isolate at the wrong time (two of us work in high-risk environments).So my view is still that we book tickets but take out insurance having had a very careful look at the exclusion clauses of the policies available. If anyone has any suggestions regarding insurance please let me know!
From what I've read CV 19 won't last long in high 20s, maybe why there are no outbreaks in Southern Hemisphere where it's midsummer?
In any case, there are shitloads of crags you can go to where you're not going to bump into anyone. Could be the ideal time to go to Yeadon/Eavestone/Sypeland/Sigsworth etc etc etc.
[monthly nohotwaterforBeaconcustomers moan] 1. Coronavirus will have to queue up behind the rest of the massed ranks of viruses lurking around in the Beacon waiting to infect you, since they're too stingy to provide their customers with warm water to wash their hands after using the loo or after climbing. [/monthly nohotwaterforBeaconcustomers moan]
Quote from: SA Chris on March 06, 2020, 11:14:03 amFrom what I've read CV 19 won't last long in high 20s, maybe why there are no outbreaks in Southern Hemisphere where it's midsummer?Has there been a major tectonic episode over night and Australia move several thousand K’s north? 😃
Quote from: petejh on March 06, 2020, 11:12:48 am[monthly nohotwaterforBeaconcustomers moan] 1. Coronavirus will have to queue up behind the rest of the massed ranks of viruses lurking around in the Beacon waiting to infect you, since they're too stingy to provide their customers with warm water to wash their hands after using the loo or after climbing. [/monthly nohotwaterforBeaconcustomers moan]Warm water offers no benefit for hygiene when washing hands.Most bacteria and viruses are not affected by warm water. For the water to be hot enough to impact them, is going to irritate (or even scald) your skin, leaving you more susceptible to infection.Maybe the Beacon are trying to look out for your safety
Quote from: sdm on March 06, 2020, 11:43:10 amQuote from: petejh on March 06, 2020, 11:12:48 am[monthly nohotwaterforBeaconcustomers moan] 1. Coronavirus will have to queue up behind the rest of the massed ranks of viruses lurking around in the Beacon waiting to infect you, since they're too stingy to provide their customers with warm water to wash their hands after using the loo or after climbing. [/monthly nohotwaterforBeaconcustomers moan]Warm water offers no benefit for hygiene when washing hands.Most bacteria and viruses are not affected by warm water. For the water to be hot enough to impact them, is going to irritate (or even scald) your skin, leaving you more susceptible to infection.Maybe the Beacon are trying to look out for your safety Yeah I was actually aware of that about bacteria/hygiene, however cold water doesn't get rid of dirt and grease very well does it. The simple practicalities of getting the grease, dirt and chalk off your hands is much easier with warm water than cold. That's why we use it to wash stuff isn't it.
A decent surfactant makes far more difference when getting rid of non water soluble compounds than temperature. Though I'm guessing the Beacon often doesn't have decent handwash either?
Beacon could should be reported - warm/hot water for washing is a basic work place requirement IIRC.
The expert I heard on the BBC the other day said that warm water was important. Water above 25-30 degrees physically breaks down the virus. Hence washing clothes/gloves works too.
Beacon could be reported - warm/hot water for washing is a basic work place requirement IIRC.
Sorry if I’m slow (I read the link TT) so can the virus stay on rock ? And is it worse on non porous rock ?