Both sides welcomed the development saying the measure in place would help protect workers in the sector.
Under the protocols agreed, serial testing of the workforce is to continue. Temperature testing of workers on arrival at work will also continue. It was also agreed today that joint employer/worker forums will be established to ensure full compliance with precautionary measures agreed and adherence to the protocols.
SIPTU's Greg Ennis said that the agreement will be made available to all workers in their native language.