Face Masks Essential
From 12.01 am 1 December 2020, all people in health care settings must wear a single-use surgical mask (covering mouth and nose) at all times when in the physical presence of other people on the premises.
All people includes: - care providers
- patients
- clients
- residents
- administrative and other staff
- employees
- visitors
- students
- contractors
- any other person on the premises
There are exceptions for mandatory mask use in health care settings. The definition of a health care setting includes GP clinics, public and private hospitals and specialist practices (including drug and alcohol facilities), pharmacies, allied health services, dental services and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services.
To learn more about which kind of health services are included under this Direction and the exceptions for mandatory mask use: For the latest updates please visit the SA Health website. | 
