The exemptions

Following Inslee’s order, a religious exemption was one of the most common reasons that people used to refuse the vaccine. However, most religions have not shown or stated any public opposition to the vaccine.

Religious exemptions are acceptable as long as they’ve been used for other vaccinations years before. Using this reason for only the Covid-19 vaccine isn’t rational, and if that’s the line of reasoning for ISD staff, then they should not be able to use it as an excuse. Staff can follow their religion as long as they’re not putting others at risk. 

Even if a religious exemption is a valid reason for not receiving the vaccine, staff should still be prioritizing public safety by choosing to remain isolated or remote.