[Misc] Does anyone know someone who has a face mask exemption ?

[The Clamp]

Indeed, let's go one step further and ensure we execute them.............

You believe one step further than self- isolation is the death penalty?

 

[Tim Over Whelmed]

You believe one step further than self- isolation is the death penalty?

The problem here, for some non-mask wearers, is it's almost become a badge of honour. When the pubs were open a lad was shouting across the bar to his mates, all I said was if you can't wear a mask fine, but please respect others and don't move around shouting, you'd have thought I'd just tugged his todger the way he reacted.

I don't get the non-mask wearing but I tolerate it, but I expect tolerance and understanding in return for my safety and the safety of others.

 

[The Clamp]

The problem here, for some non-mask wearers, is it's almost become a badge of honour. When the pubs were open a lad was shouting across the bar to his mates, all I said was if you can't wear a mask fine, but please respect others and don't move around shouting, you'd have thought I'd just tugged his todger the way he reacted.

I don't get the non-mask wearing but I tolerate it, but I expect tolerance and understanding in return for my safety and the safety of others.

Yes. Quite. I wouldn't approach someone who wasn't wearing one. For a number of reasons;

They might be a mental wreck and I could really upset/scare them

They won't listen

Most non wearers seem to be chavvy nutters and I don't fancy getting my head stoved in on the 700 after a night shift.

I'm not sure that I give that much of a shit what other people do, I'd spend most of my life in a hot mess if I worried about what idiots do get up to.

 

[maffew]

I won't say its PC for fear of getting flamed on here, but if challenged for not wearing a mask once you say you are exempt, the person challenging you is not allowed to ask why?

Don't ask me why? GDPR?

But I've witnessed it in various scenarios.

How about it's because someone's medical exemption reason isnt really anyone elses business, I think that's enough personally.
I think you may be confused what GDPR is

 

[Thunder Bolt]

So on the whole the majority wear a mask yet the infection numbers are sky rocketing

It is an airborne virus but is also contagious. People forget that the virus is active on metal for up to three days and plastic for five days. When their shopping is delivered it needs to be wiped down with anti bacterial wipes, especially tins. Washing hands many times during the day, after handling the post for example.

Is this intended to be a joke? Face mask exemption for having anxiety?

Claustrophobia is an anxiety issue.
Somebody posted yesterday, they knew a rape victim who cannot abide anything put over her face.

 

[happypig]

Is this intended to be a joke? Face mask exemption for having anxiety?

Maybe some people who don’t wear one because they suffer from anxiety ( yes I know ) should think how anxious they’ll feel being wheeled down to ICU READY FOR A FU+KING GREAT TUBE ABOUT TO BE PUT DOWN THEIR THROAT.

Yeah, man up, eh ?

I mean, mental health, it's not like it's a real illness is it ?

 

[Questions]

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[rippleman]

I have, due to my medication, and it covers all face coverings, but I'm still wearing a mask because that's the right thing to do.

Is absolutely the right answer Harty. Thank you. It is a shame that for every one with your attitude there are a dozen selfish f*ckers who are happy to go about their daily basis infecting the rest of us.

 

[rippleman]

My big gripe with the exemption is that for every 1 person who genuinely has a medical reason for exemption there are 5 who have just bought their card on ebay or play the human rights card.

I work in hospitality and have encounter many people who simply refuse to wear them and also those who have genuine exemption who wear then anyway for fear of being put in the same pigeon hole as the idiots who refuse.

For me they should invest in proper cards for the small minority of people who actually shouldn't be wearing masks and be tougher on those who don't.

Why? You would still have people wandering about not wearing a mask. What is so often overlooked is that irrespective of the shopping list of exemptions, if you choose NOT to wear a mask when in shops / on public transport, you might not kill your granny but you could infect dozens of people.

No excuse for not wearing a face covering. Bin those stupid exemptions and make it law.

Respect and thanks to those on this thread who could claim exemption but insist on doing the right thing and wear a mask when and where required.

 

[golddene]

Bananas

Do they prevent contagion ?

Brilliant if they do and so much cheaper than some masks are!

 

[daveinplzen]

If you're too frail to wear a thin face covering. I'm not sure the outside world is for you.

 

[The Clamp]

I’ve been rather enjoying playing Munter or Magic? as the masked ladies get off the bus. Surprising amount of munters who look like they are going to be magic. The eyes have it.

 

[Tim Over Whelmed]

How about it's because someone's medical exemption reason isnt really anyone elses business, I think that's enough personally.
I think you may be confused what GDPR is

So we should assume everyone not wearing one is doing because they are medically exempt?

 

[The Clamp]

If you're too frail to wear a thin face covering. I'm not sure the outside world is for you.

This.

 

[Diallo]

Is absolutely the right answer Harty. Thank you. It is a shame that for every one with your attitude there are a dozen selfish f*ckers who are happy to go about their daily basis infecting the rest of us.

Agreed. Just a few weeks ago, people were making a big fuss over being able to mingle together on xmas day. What's worse is so many people did still celebrate xmas regardless of the warnings we were told. Now look where we are!. Same goes to all those who happily went to the football matches whilst covid rates were dramatically rising. Apparently the train back from the Amex was packed. Unbelievable! There's people who want to have it back to normal so much that they're willing to take selfish risks to get that experience they're dreaming about.

I can't believe people are even wanting it back to how it was. The old normal was how we got into this mess. We're never going back to that again and you'd have to be a fool to think otherwise. What happens when the next virus comes? The world has changed, time people start accepting how it is and living with it. No more dreaming about the past coming back. That's what's making people take the selfish risks they've done.

 

[Muzzy]

I had to have a ‘word’ with a fella in Aldi this week. He wasn’t wearing a mask (which isn’t a problem, I know that some people are exempt) but he couldn’t keep to social distancing either. He brushed by me to reach for something from a shelf!
If you are exempt from wearing any facial covering, at least have the moral duty to stay 2 metres away from me please!

 

[crabface]

If you're too frail to wear a thin face covering. I'm not sure the outside world is for you.

Please think before you post.

 

[Questions]

Yeah, man up, eh ?

I mean, mental health, it's not like it's a real illness is it ?

I’m not demeaning mental health issues as well you know.
But separating just (I know) anxiety from the rest of mental illness is in my opinion valid on this one, sorry.
If you are in that area where you can’t put a mask on for fear of panic attacks then you’d surely need to be looking for friends or family to help surely.
I’m not unfamiliar with mental illness mr happypig

 

[thedonkeycentrehalf]

A huge contributer to the failure of the UK's Covid response is the lack of enforcement. Until the police start cracking down and supermarkets etc refuse entry to ANYONE not wearing a mask then we will be in lockdown forever and a day.

Prior to lockdown, my barber had an argument with a customer on this topic. My barber has been very careful about ensuring space, air flow, cleaning, etc. The customer said he didn't have to wear a mask but had no lanyard or exemption certificate. My barber politely said that was fine but he wasn't going to allow him in the shop as the customer could be infected and spreading the virus so didn't want to risk the health of himself or his other customers.

Now, if the customer had a genuine reason for not wearing a mask, then you would expect that he would understand the stance taken by my barber. As it was, this bloke went off on one about his right to a haircut before storming off so you may question the validity of his argument.

If only others at least challenged people (and I include those muppets who think a mask is to be worn as a chin bra without covering nose and mouth) we would probably get out of this much quicker.

 

[Creaky]

How about it's because someone's medical exemption reason isnt really anyone elses business, I think that's enough personally.
I think you may be confused what GDPR is

I watched an interview today with a senior transport police officer during which a suggestion was made that seems eminently sensible - if a police officer approaches someone not wearing a mask in an area where they are compulsory then, if proof of exemption cannot be produced, the police issue a fixed penalty notice. This can be cancelled on proof of exemption within 14 days.

Would make life simple for the police.