If a resident is suspected of having COVID-19 and needs to be moved for assessment, to avoid contact with other people or for treatment, inform staff at the receiving destination that the patient is suspected to have COVID-19. If residents who are symptomatic or who have received a positive COVID-19 test result require transfer, public transport should not be used. Individuals should be separated from others within well-ventilated transport vehicles, social distancing should be maintained, and face coverings should be worn by all passengers and operators unless exempt through health, disability of other reason. If PPE is needed this should include a fluid-resistant surgical mask, single use disposable apron, single use disposable gloves, and eye or face protection (the use of eye or face protection can be risk assessed for the situation). See COVID-19: safer transport guidance for operators for further guidance.