What should you do if confronted with a contagious disease in the workplace?

When faced with a contagious disease in the workplace, the most appropriate action is to refrain from working. This approach helps to prevent the spread of infection to clients and coworkers, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for everyone. By not working, you are also considering the health of those around you and adhering to public health guidelines that aim to control outbreaks of infectious diseases.

While it might seem reasonable to inform a supervisor about the situation, the paramount action is to prioritize well-being by staying away from the workplace. The supervisor can provide further guidance, but the immediate focus should be on preventing any potential transmission of the disease. Taking time off with pay or working as usual would not address the risks associated with continuing to be present in the workplace while contagious.