Volume 41, Issue 91, 21 October 2021

 

Based on the latest health advice, a mandatory vaccination policy for a majority of occupations and workforces in WA will be introduced in a phased approach.

 

Link to information on the Mandatory Vaccination Deadlines for Industy groups and sectors.

 

Transport and Logistics (Cross Border Road and Rail workers) - Extreme and High Risk Locations

• First dose by 24 October 2021 and fully vaccinated by 24 December 2021

Transport and Logistics (Cross Border Road and Rail workers) - all other locations

• First dose by 31 December 2021 and fully vaccinated by 31 January 2022

Proof of Vaccination

There are 2 ways to show proof of your vaccinations:

• COVID-19 digital certificate (external link) shows proof of only your COVID-19 vaccinations.
• Immunisation history statement (external link) shows your COVID-19 vaccinations and all other vaccinations you have had.

The quickest way to get proof is using your Medicare online account through mygov, or through the Express plus Medicare mobile app.  If you’re not eligible for Medicare or don’t have a myGov account, you can still get proof of your vaccination.

 

Link to Mandatory Vaccination Summary

 

WA Vaccination information and locations - www.rollupforwa.com.au

The NT Chief Health Officer has issued - COVID-19 Directions No. 56 for Freight Workers

 

Vaccination deadlines

A freight worker must not enter the Territory unless the worker has been vaccinated as follows:

• from 1 November 2021 - the worker has received the first dose; and
• from 13 December 2021 – the worker has received the second dose.

 

Documentation and testing on entry

On entry freight workers must produce:

• evidence of the freight worker’s vaccination status (for example a completed appointment slip or medical certificate for the first dose or a digital certificate for full vaccination shown on a mobile phone);
• an approved freight risk mitigation management plan; and
• a border entry form.
• Freight workers must also submit to testing on entry.

 

Quarantine

If a freight worker has been in a hotspot or at an exposure site, the worker must quarantine at a suitable place until the 14th day after being in the hotspot or at the site. This may be residential or commercial accommodation or their vehicle. The accommodation must allow for social distancing and sleeping arrangements separate from others not in quarantine.

 

Freight workers may leave quarantine while working, for medical purposes, in an emergency or for a compassionate purpose approved by the CHO.

 

Testing

Freight workers must submit to testing every 7 days while in the Territory.

 

Social distancing and other requirements

• Freight workers subject to quarantine must practice social distancing as follows:
• sleeping in a room or other enclosed space separate to others who are not subject to social distancing measures;
• staying 1.5 metres away from others; and
• wearing a face mask at all times the workers is not in their vehicle or accommodation.
• Freight workers must comply with the freight risk mitigation plan approved by the Department of Health.
• Freight workers must regularly check for symptoms of COVID-19, and contact the COVID-19 Hotline or a medical practitioner to determine whether to be tested or assessed for infection.

 

Non-compliance

A freight worker subject to quarantine who fails to comply with quarantine or testing requirements must travel directly to a place specified by the CHO and remain until the 14th day after being in the hotspot or at the exposure site.

 

A freight worker not subject to quarantine who fails to comply with testing requirements must travel directly to a suitable place for quarantine and remain until the 14th day after the date of non-compliance.

 

 

Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination

• By 1am AEST on 15 October 2021, you must have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to enter Queensland under an F Pass, and
• By 1am on 15 November 2021, you must have received the second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, or provide evidence of a booking to receive the second dose.
• For two weeks after having the second dose, you must abide by Stay at Home requirments when not working.

Border passes

• From 5 October 2021, you must have a valid F Pass (Freight and Logistics) to enter Queensland from another state or territory in Australia, regardless of whether a hotspot or affected area has been declared in that state or territory.
• From 5 October 2021, the X Pass (Border Zone) will no longer be valid when operating under the QLD Freight Protocol.
• From 5 October 2021, Freight and Logistics workers who need to cross the border in a car to get to a depot to commence work will need to have a valid F Pass (Freight and Logistics)

Mandatory COVID-19 testing

• From 5 October 2021, you must provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 test result within 7 days prior to entering Queensland, and
• You must maintain a rolling 7-day testing regime (using a PCR test only) while travelling in and out of Queensland.
• You will no longer be required to produce a negative COVID-19 test result in the last 72 hours, or maintain rolling 3-day testing.

 

Find dedicated heavy vehicle driver testing locations across Australia.

 

Stay at home requirements for unvaccinated drivers

• From 5 October 2021, if you are not fully vaccinated and you enter from another state or territory, you must comply with stay at home requirements outlined in the Border Restrictions Direction if you remain in Queensland once you’ve finished your essential freight task.
• You will be permitted to leave your accommodation for essential purposes only (not including recreational or social purposes).
• If you’re not a Queensland resident, accommodation includes any accommodation you may be staying in, including the sleeper cab of your vehicle.

Leave your vehicle for essential purposes only 

• From 5 October 2021, you may only leave your vehicle while on duty for an essential purpose such as refuelling, using restroom facilities or consuming food only in a location where physical distancing can be reliably maintained.
• This requirement will apply to both vaccinated and unvaccinated drivers.
  
  

Full details of all the changes - QLD FREIGHT PROTOCOL - EFFECTIVE 5 OCTOBER 2021

 

Qld Health locations and availability.

 

Key information

• Please register your interest online before you arrive if possible, this will save time as we check you in
• Bring your medicare card or photo ID such as a driver’s licence
• Wear a short sleeve shirt and be prepared for queues with a hat, sunscreen and water
• Please book an appointment online.

 

Allow around 45 mins for your appointment. This allows time for your patient screening, the actual vaccination and observation after the injection. Read more about what to expect at your COVID-19 vaccination.

 

Tugan Vaccination Facility

A dedicated freight and logistics COVID-19 vaccination facility is now operational at Tugun, QLD.
The vaccination site is located just north of the dedicated freight vehicle checkpoint northbound on the Gold Coast Highway at Tugun.

This site is for freight and logistics operators ONLY and you do not need an appointment.

• Located on the corner of Boyd Street and Coolangatta Road, Tugun
• Operational 8am-8pm, every day.
• Drivers will exit heavy vehicle for vaccination.
• Drivers will park up on the Gold Coast Highway (under a lane closure) and walk across Coolangatta Road under traffic control.
• Drivers must remain on site for the requested observation time after vaccination.
• Everyone entering the site must check in on the Check In Qld app.
• See large map.

GP Clinics - https://www.hotdoc.com.au/, https://healthengine.com.au/

Pharmacies - https://www.findapharmacy.com.au/our-services/vaccination-services-covid-19

 

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