Bed Bugs Presence Confirmed – Government Office of Guy Favreau
So not only do we have confirmed asbestos in this building but bed bugs on top of it..Nice!
Email Received from building management:
This is to inform you that a bed bug infestation has been confirmed at the Guy-Favreau Complex, West Tower, 5th floor, today. Measures were taken immediately, including the involvement of pest control experts.
Access to workstations 5B-048 to 5B-068 has been temporarily blocked.
The affected workstations will remain closed until further notice to allow for daily inspections and monitoring of the traps.
An inspection with a tracking dog will take place over the weekend on the entire 5th floor.
The Occupational Health and Safety Committee has been consulted regarding the situation and the treatment plan.
We encourage everyone to:
- Report Any Concerns Promptly – If you notice any signs, please notify your manager and call the National Service Call Centre at 1-800-463-1850 to initiate the inspection and response protocol.
- Avoid Contact with Affected Areas – Follow posted instructions regarding any temporarily restricted areas.
- Practice Personal Vigilance – Checking personal belongings at home and work can help detect any early signs and prevent spread.
Please refer to the Bed Bug Protocol put in place for the management of bedbugs in the workplace.
For further information on bed bugs and preventive measures, please refer to the resources provided below, this includes tips such as steaming, washing and vacuuming:
- CCOHS: Bed Bugs in the Workplace
- Bedbugs: how do I prevent an infestation? - Canada.ca
- Bedbugs: how do I avoid them when travelling? - Canada.ca
Rest assured, your health and safety remain our utmost priority. We are actively engaged in ensuring a safe workplace environment, and ongoing measures are being implemented to address the situation effectively, in consultation with occupational health and safety.
Please remember that the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is readily available to provide support. This service, staffed by professional counselors, operates 24/7 and can be reached at 1-800-268-7708. Your well-being is our highest priority, and we encourage you to utilize this resource as needed.
Your cooperation in maintaining the health and safety of our workplace is greatly appreciated. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact your immediate supervisor or manager.