Four circulars regarding health protocols for domestic and international travelers have been issued.
In a statement released on Monday, the ministry's spokesperson, Adita Irawati, said that the issuance of the circulars was in line with a circular from the COVID-19 Handling Task Force.
The task force's circular advises transportation facility and infrastructure managers to continue implementing preventive and promotive measures to control the transmission of COVID-19, as well as to supervise the implementation of health protocols.
The ministry's four circulars came into effect on June 9. They provide guidelines for transportation authorities and managers on the implementation of health protocols for users of transportation services, both before and during travel.
In general, the circulars advise passengers to receive up to the fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or the second booster dose, especially for those at high risk of COVID-19 transmission.
Passengers who are healthy and not at risk of contracting or transmitting COVID-19 are permitted to travel without wearing masks. However, those who are sick or at risk are still advised to wear masks.
They are also encouraged to carry hand sanitizer and regularly wash their hands with soap and running water, especially after coming into contact with items used by other people.
Additionally, passengers who are sick or at risk of contracting or transmitting COVID-19 are advised to maintain physical distance to prevent the spread of the virus.
Passengers are also reminded to continue using the Satu Sehat application to monitor their personal health.
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