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COVID-19 Vaccinations and Workplace Rights Factsheet

As an employer, you are responsible for the health and safety of your employees, and any customers visiting your premises.

In the context of a pandemic, it may be desirable for your employees to be vaccinated. However, there is no simple ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer as to whether you can compel employees to have the COVID-19 vaccine.

This factsheet sets out key questions and answers you need to consider before directing employees to take the vaccine.

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