The impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt across the
construction industry with new legal and regulatory measures
impacting contractual obligations, the availability of labour,
project financing and supply chain reliability. This article
addresses the key changes around State border closures and how this
impacts upon FIFO and DIDO workers in particular.
Border closures in Queensland
- The Queensland Government implemented restricted entry into
Queensland on 26 March 2020. Anyone who arrives in Queensland from
another State or Territory is required to self-quarantine for 14
days unless they are exempt. Building and construction workers fall
within the definition of exempt persons.
