The Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) today (February 5) said that a staff member who works on the 34th floor of Revenue Tower in Wan Chai has tested positive for COVID-19 last night (February 4). She is staying at a hospital for treatment.
The staff member concerned is responsible for Innovation and Technology Fund Secretariat work. She had no recent travel history and also had no contact with the public. She last performed duties on January 31. She wore masks and followed relevant disease prevention measures at work.
The ITC has completed thorough cleaning and sterilisation of the office concerned in accordance with the CHP's advice. All staff of the same office will undergo COVID-19 nucleic acid tests and work from home.
The ITC has been strictly implementing disease prevention measures during the epidemic and will maintain close liaison with the Centre for Health Protection of the Department of Health. Staff members are reminded to pay attention to personal hygiene and to stay vigilant. They should seek medical advice immediately if feeling unwell.
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