Staff Testing Information
About 1 in 3 people with COVID-19 do not have symptoms but can still infect others. This is why everyone is advised to get tested regularly.
This document has been prepared to make testing as simple and accessible as possible.
Find out about regular rapid COVID-19 tests of you do not have symptoms
Asymptomatic Testing - Lateral Flow Device Testing (LFD)
This type of testing should only be used if you do not have symptoms. Please check here before you proceed: coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms
You can now be tested at any of our Community Testing sites or you can collect packs of 7 Lateral Flow Device Tests for use at home.
Download Community Testing Timetable below:
Order online and have them delivered to your door in 24/48 hours.
Online Order for Asymptomatic Testing
Order coronavirus (COVID-19) rapid lateral flow tests - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Symptomatic Testing
If you have coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms
Call NHS Occupation Health Covid helpline - 01387 244626.
Let them know you are an employee of Dumfries and Galloway Council and explain your symptoms. You will be offered an appointment to have a PCR Test.
If a member of your family is experiencing COVID Symptoms, please utilise this helpline.
NHS Occupational Health: 01387 244626
