From 1 Oct, higher-risk MWs in CMP sectors and dormitories take additional Antigen Rapid Tests (ART), in between Rostered Routine Testing (RRT).
– Enables quicker detection of COVID-19 cases, reduce disruptions to businesses and MWs
• Vaccinated workers
– 1 additional ART
– Government to continue subsidising RRT and ART costs
• Unvaccinated workers
– 3 additional ART
– Employers or workers to bear costs of two additional ART, government to cover cost of RRT
• Workers medically ineligible for COVID-19 vaccines
– 3 additional ART
– Government to continue subsidising costs for required testing
– Employers to declare MWs’ medical status by 13 Sep
– Beyond 2021, employers should be prepared to factor regular testing costs into business operations.
‣ For more details, visit:
MOM advisory here
‣ Also, refer to:
BCA’s circular dated 26 Aug on Mandatory ART and Implementation of Vaccinate or Regular Testing (VoRT) Regime here
‣ Download pdf on Roster Routine Testing and Charging Policy for Workers in Construction, Marine, and Process sectors, and in Dormitories here
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