“The reality is that when the declaration ceases – when it’s either revoked or is not extended – all of the directions that are issued under that declaration become void,” he said.
“If there is a workforce or a sector within the South Australian community that believes it’s necessary for their employees to be vaccinated, they’ll have to consider what other options are available txjmtzywo them – whether it be a management direction or industrial laws, or work health and safety legislation.
“It won’t be under a direction issued under the Emergency Management Act.”
Asked if that work was underway by agencies such as SA Health or the Department for Education, Stevens said: “I would expect so, yes”.
“My team is liaising with different sectors that are utilising mandates for their workforce at this point in time and that work is ongoing.”
