The head of United Airlines said last week he wants the coronavirus vaccine mandatory among workers but admitted to inherent challenges in implementing the initiative.
The Wall Street Journal reported Scott Kirby, the CEO, admitted that mandating the vaccine is controversial, but he said he thinks it’s “the right thing to do.” Kirby pushed for other companies to follow suit.
Airlines like Qantas have demanded all international travelers provide proof they have received a COVID vaccine before flying. Alan Joyce, the CEO, told Nine News last week the move will go into effect after the vaccine is widely available.
Airlines are beginning to roll out digital health passes for passengers that assure carriers they have been tested and are virus-free.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced its guidelines last month regarding mandating vaccines for employees. The Journal’s takeaway was that the move would be legal if there are standards in place for employees who reject the virus vaccine on religious beliefs or health conditions.
