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Can my employer ask me to share my vaccination status?

93 replies

curiousemployee123 · 22/07/2021 19:22

Just that really. We've been warned it's coming and we'll be expected to confirm we've been vaccinated.

Am I compelled to answer? Any one been asked?

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canigooutyet · 22/07/2021 20:05

And the pp has just emphasised why I don't disclose. I do have allergies and I would be annoyed at my boss still trying to convince me to have anything I am allergic to. It's not down to them to then go and source information to try and persuade me.

And what is so wrong with having fertility concerns considering that some females are reporting how it's impacting their cycle.

XenoBitch · 22/07/2021 20:05

Occupational Health department maybe. But your boss has no right to know any medical information about you.

One of my mum's cleaning company contracts wants to know the vaccine status of the cleaner they have... who cleans their empty office alone once a week. She told them it was not information she was privy to.

It is worrying that anyone would think this was acceptable tbh. Next, it will be the DWP wanting to know.

Brightermornings · 22/07/2021 20:05

My company have asked for this info. We also have to test twice weekly at work. This is changing next week anybody not vaxxed or not providing proof has to test daily. We had what was classed as an outbreak and threatened with being shut down.
Also parts of our business can't socially distance if enough have to isolate or are ill with Covid it has a massive affect on the business.

ifonly4 · 22/07/2021 20:06

To be honest, we're in unprecedented times, so it's reasonable to ask. Better employers know who'll need to isolate. We have to be respectful of everyone's choice, but some employees aren't going to be happy if their colleagues are off and getting paid, albeit I suspect some employers will find an excuse for it just be SSP.

Thisisthemonth · 22/07/2021 20:07

ah the infertility shit again Hmm. some bot is on overdrive today isn't it

WillowGrand · 22/07/2021 20:07

I would want to know their reason for knowing.

And no I don’t think I’d answer. I have been double vaxxed but respect people have a choice over medical decisions. We are on a very slippery slope.

Againstmachine · 22/07/2021 20:09

To be honest, we're in unprecedented times, so it's reasonable to ask.

It really isn't, we relax too much they will ask if you have had a abortion ect. Slippery slope.

Totallydefeated · 22/07/2021 20:11

ah the infertility shit again hmm. some bot is on overdrive today isn't it

Because no human being could possibly have genuine concerns about the perfect vaccines?

Ok...... Hmm

Glitterandunicorns · 22/07/2021 20:14

@Againstmachine

To be honest, we're in unprecedented times, so it's reasonable to ask.

It really isn't, we relax too much they will ask if you have had a abortion ect. Slippery slope.

That's ridiculous. The reason any company is asking is because you're a risk to them if you're not vaccinated, whether because you're likely to need time off should you become infected, or more likely the issue of concern, that you're far more likely to transmit the virus to other people you work with who are vaccinated if you yourself choose not to be. It is not a protected characteristic, and your employer absolutely can ask you. You choosing not to be vaccinated means other people's health is at risk. It is in no way comparable to asking other medical questions of you.
Sadsiblingatsea · 22/07/2021 20:16

It’s none of their business.

ragged · 22/07/2021 20:16

You could send a load of extraneous info, as well or instead.

Like the dates of your most recent periods, which bones you've broken, when you had chickenpox. It's all equally their business to know.

Glitterandunicorns · 22/07/2021 20:18

@Totallydefeated

ah the infertility shit again hmm. some bot is on overdrive today isn't it

Because no human being could possibly have genuine concerns about the perfect vaccines?

Ok...... Hmm

There have been many people who claim concerns around fertility, and the scientists of the world have said that there is absolutely no reason to be concerned about this, and that people should get their vaccinations. They have also said the vaccination is perfectly safe for those who are currently pregnant. Here is the information from the NHS on this: www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/pregnancy-breastfeeding-fertility-and-coronavirus-covid-19-vaccination/
EileenGC · 22/07/2021 20:18

@Sadsiblingatsea

It’s none of their business.
It is, if it can significantly affect other members of staff.
omgthepain · 22/07/2021 20:21

I think I'm the interests of public safety employers can ask for people's vaccination status to keep their workforce safe and if you haven't had a vaccine you are being extremely selfish

It's the old if you've got nothing to hide you've got nothing to worry about thing like National ID cards

You clearly have an issue with it and your employer will have an issue with you

canigooutyet · 22/07/2021 20:21

Anyone got any links to the clinical trials on fertility?
There are trials but don't seem to have posted anything yet.

Like this one for example

www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04665258

spookybitches · 22/07/2021 20:21

@Thisisthemonth

if you don't say yes you might as well say you haven't had it. that's what we are having to with our staff. we use the status to try and better safety plan for returns to work. of you havent had it u are presumably happy and confident in your reasons to not have it so just tell them the truth ?
I'm vaccinated. My company have asked and I chose not to say - I want to carry on working from home and feel they're more likely to carry on with it if they're not aware of true numbers. Selfish, I know. But the company are doing just fine, if not, better with staff utilisation since we've WFH.
Jumbojem · 22/07/2021 20:22

ico.org.uk/global/data-protection-and-coronavirus-information-hub/coronavirus-recovery-data-protection-advice-for-organisations/vaccination-and-covid-status-checks/

My work asked, they say to help plan return to work. We are office based professionals, no customers. The information commissioner's office has clear guidelines, see link, that you should only ask if you have a transparent reason for doing so. Medical details are personal data and fall within GDPR.
I'm vaccinated but haven't reported so on works system as I did not feel "safe return" was a valid reason since we're all still WFH 90% of the time and the office is empty. Only one of my staff reported theirs, and then only first dose.

omgthepain · 22/07/2021 20:22

We test twice a week at work and input the test batch number and result into a system

Why wouldn't you want to keep colleagues safe???

@curiousemployee123 it's people like you that are the problem

XenoBitch · 22/07/2021 20:22

@omgthepain

I think I'm the interests of public safety employers can ask for people's vaccination status to keep their workforce safe and if you haven't had a vaccine you are being extremely selfish

It's the old if you've got nothing to hide you've got nothing to worry about thing like National ID cards

You clearly have an issue with it and your employer will have an issue with you

Maybe OP is worried they will lose their job?
Valhalla17 · 22/07/2021 20:24

It can affect members of staff even if you've HAD the vaccine...because again, the tax doesnt 100% stop you getting it and doesnt stop you transmitting it. Hmm

Why people are such sheep willing to give away their freedoms I dont know...its all happening by stealth and we are on a dangerous road.

Valhalla17 · 22/07/2021 20:24

Vax*

MrsTerryPratchett · 22/07/2021 20:31

We've had direction that management won't be asking. But could unvaccinated staff please continue to wear masks and all employees can if they wish.

First people who ditched their masks; those very vocal people not getting the vax. People are wankers.

canigooutyet · 22/07/2021 20:32

Oh interesting @Jumbojem

However, if you are conducting checks digitally (for example, by scanning the QR code displayed on the pass), this would constitute processing of personal data – even if you do not keep a record of it. The UK GDPR would therefore apply.

It's amazing how many things the government are putting in place despite various consultations advising no due to various reasons.

I find this whole disclosure thing odd considering how many people froth that the GP receptionist wants to know why you want to see a gp.

Thisisthemonth · 22/07/2021 20:32

I think people should be more concerned at losing their jobs by choosing to not disclose. My boss has made it clear how unpleased she is by the few who have refused to say, and no doubt if we have any reason to need to reduce staff numbers they have their cards marked