Five employees at the Heritage Petroleum Company’s offshore operations have tested positive for COVID-19.

The company has already identified 20 primary contacts who have been sent into quarantine.

Contact tracing is ongoing and Heritage says all primary and secondary contacts will be tested.

“Heritage is providing the necessary support to the affected crew members along with the contractor company and has established a 24-hour hotline with a link to Telemedicine to support the crew members and their families. Family members will also be tested in accordance with MOH protocol,” a statement from the company read. 

“While the affected persons remain in quarantine, Heritage and the contractor company will provide essential supplies to ensure their needs are adequately supported. Heritage is reviewing its processes in relation to this incident to identify and address any gaps with a view to minimizing future risk,” it added.