The COVID‐19 virus is mainly spread from person to person by small virus-containing droplets that are exhaled when an infected person is speaking, singing, coughing, sneezing or breathing. Well-fitting masks are an effective form of personal protective equipment, forming a barrier from getting and spreading respiratory infections. They are effective because they help prevent the person with COVID-19 from breathing out virus-containing droplets, and they also help protect the person who does not have COVID-19 from breathing in virus-containing droplets and particles.
Masks must be worn by all persons, including the operators and crew, when travelling by bus, ferry (not including the outside decks), taxi, limousine or minibus, regardless of their vaccination status. The mask must completely cover the nose and mouth.
Passengers:
- Must sanitize hands upon entry,
- Must always wear masks throughout the journey,
- Cashless fare transactions are recommended by credit or debit card, and,
- Must NOT travel on public transport if they are sick (instead, they must stay home and follow the quarantine guidance).
Drivers, Operators and Crew:
- Must wear masks throughout the passenger journeys,
- Must ensure there is as much fresh air ventilation as possible (e.g. open windows),
- Must follow appropriate cleaning procedures and,
- May use flexi-glass between their seat and the passengers for added protection.
Notices should be posted stating that masks are mandatory for the journey.