A range of measures to prevent the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) came into effect in almost all office buildings throughout Hanoi on the first working day following the Lunar New Year, known locally as Tet, on February 17 in attempt to curb the spread of community infection.

Office buildings resume operation on February 17, or the sixth day of the first lunar month, following a seven-day break for Tet. In line with the guidelines set out by the Health Ministry, all office workers follow steps to try and halt the spread of COVID-19.

Hanoi records a total of 35 positive COVID-19 cases between January 27 and February 16, thereby causing prevention measures to be reinforced in office buildings. Pictured are office workers remaining two metres apart in a building in the capital.

Both office workers and residents are forced to don face masks and make use of hand sanitizer at the headquarters of the administration of Phuc Xa ward in Ba Dinh district.

Office workers for the authorities of Phuc Xa ward wear face masks and maintain a safe two-metre distance whilst at work.

At the headquarters of the Vietnam Maritime Administration, workers arrive early and strictly follow all relevant COVID-19 prevention measures.

The majority of office workers are aware of the high risk posed by community infection these days. Due to citizens contributing to the fight against the virus, they are ready to follow the Health Ministry’s guidelines to protect themselves, their relatives, and friends.

Office workers wear face masks at a communication centre of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

Workers at the headquarters of the Vietnam Disaster Management Authority of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development

A worker keeps her face mask on, thereby maintaining a safe environment for herself and her colleagues at an office building located in Cau Dien ward of Nam Tu Liem district.