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Covid-19

Masks	– Masks will no longer be mandatory, except for those aged 12 and older (including Year 7s) in high-risk settings – Masks are encouraged where physical distancing isn’t possible. – Masks required on public transport or when travelling in vehicle where social distancing isn’t possible, including charter or hire busses and carpooling
Close contacts	– Close contacts must follow the requirements as stipulated by the WA Government.
Vaccinations	– Vaccination is not mandatory for participation in Scouting activities – In line with the World Organization of the Scout Movement, Scouts WA encourages everyone eligible to get vaccinated.
Camping	– No density or capacity limits apply.
Sleep Overs and Dorms	– No density or capacity limits apply.
Hall Activities	– No density or capacity limits apply.
Out of Hall Activities	– Out of hall activities can take place.
Events	– Events are permitted. – COVID Safety and Event Plans no longer mandatory but still encouraged – Risk assessments should continue to include COVID-19 detailing the risk of participants developing symptoms during the activity.
Scouts WA Adventure Centres	– Scouts WA Adventure Centres are operating with no density or capacity limits.

This information is current as of 29 April 2022. As the State Government makes changes to Public Health Orders the Scouts WA COVID Action Group will update this table.

The latest advice from the State Government is available at wa.gov.au

View the below links to read the previous COVID-19 Editions and COVID-19 Safety Plans.