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No jab, no job; companies can also let go of unvaccinated staff as last resort

Firms can request workers to show vaccination status through the TraceTogether app or token, HealthHub app or original physical vaccination card

Sharon SeeJanice Heng
Published Tue, Oct 26, 2021 · 05:50 AM

Singapore

WORKERS who refuse to disclose their Covid-19 vaccination status can be treated as unvaccinated, and companies can terminate those who do not comply with workforce vaccination measures as a last resort, according to the latest tripartite advisory.

Employers can also impose a vaccination requirement upfront when hiring new staff for the purpose of planning workplace deployment, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said in response to a list of frequently asked questions posted on its website.

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