The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) has called on brokers to get vaccinated to protect themselves and the industry at large.

FBAA managing director Peter White AM said brokers have a high level of interaction with the community including visiting people in their homes, and being vaccinated will provide clients with a level of confidence.

He said the Association’s pandemic risk committee is re-enforcing to all event attendees and industry of the importance of taking the necessary precautions around social distancing, face masks and general hygiene.

The committee will also be taking a stance on requirements for in-person events.

“We understand that people have the right to different beliefs, but we also have a duty of care to protect people at events and training sessions, and we’d prefer people to be vaccinated or attend online,” he explained.

Mr White commended the Lendi Group who have committed to be a part of the Great Aussie Vaccine Drive by allowing employees across the Lendi and Aussie brands to receive their vaccination during work time.

“The FBAA has also done this for our staff, and we encourage the entire industry to do the same and come together, for the sake of everyone.”

The broking industry is flourishing, but this could be put at risk unless we are vigilant, he explained.

“Governments across the country are very reactive right now, and it would only take one instance of COVID that involves our industry and the scrutiny will be on us.

“So for the sake of our brokers, their families, staff, clients and other across the industry, we are taking a stand.

“Our message to everyone is to get vaccinated, and we are calling on all others in our industry to support this drive and play their part.”