Health
Could tracking devices stop people breaching coronavirus quarantine rules? – ABC News
Singapore is now requiring people in home or hotel quarantine to wear a wristband to monitor their movement. While one Australian state has bought up hundreds of GPS trackers, would a similar tracking system work here? Or are there other ways to get people to…
Should people quarantining in Australia have to wear a tracking bracelet to stop them potentially spreading coronavirus?
Singapore last week became the latest country to introduce a version of the technology.
All incoming travellers to the country over the age of 12 are required to wear the wristband if they’re not staying in a dedicated quarantine facility. Authorities are alerted if they go outside or tamper with the device.
But would tracking people’s movements work here? Or do the risks o…
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