Policy Brief: HIV Self-testing at the Workplace

Workers in certain industries may face particularly high risk of HIV, especially when they remain away from home and/or partners for long periods. Such industries include the military, mining, construction, security, petroleum, agriculture, fishing, long-distance driving and many others. The workers in such industries may not have easy access to HIV testing services, and the workplace may be the best place to reach them.

HIV self-testing (HIVST) is a testing option recommended by WHO that can be used to reach as-yet undiagnosed populations. This policy brief outlines key planning and implementation considerations for managers and implementers introducing HIVST at workplaces.