“Safe Access Oʻahu” mandate
In accordance to the “Safe Access Oʻahu” mandate, all customers are required to, “show proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result taken within the previous 48 hours in order to enter the establishment. Children under 12 years old are exempt.” This mandate will be in effect as of September 13th, 2021.
What does that mean for you? If you’ve booked a tour with us as of September 13th 2021 or any following date, you will be required to show proof of a vaccine, or a negative COVID-19 test, taken within 48 hours from the start of your tour. If you are unable to provide one of these two documents, we will have to cancel your tour and you will not be refunded. If you wish to cancel your tour and be refunded, please read our cancellation policy and be sure to do so, no later than 7 days prior to your tour date.
Kailua Ocean Adventures will be requiring all those above the age of 12 to email a picture of their vaccination cards OR negative test result with Identification card to aloha@koacanoes.com, at a minimum of 24 hours before their excursion. Failure to do so will result in cancelation. Our crew will NOT validate or approve vaccination cards or test results at the canoe or on the beach.
What is acceptable proof of vaccination?
Proof of full vaccination means demonstrating that a person has completed a vaccination regimen approved by the Hawaii Department of Health in compliance with all requirements of the State’s Safe Travels program through providing:
○ a hard copy of a state-approved vaccination card;
○ a photograph/digital copy of a state-approved vaccination card; or
○ a Hawai‘i state-approved digital/smart device application confirming full vaccination status (including via the Safe Travels program/application).
● And identification with the same information as the proof of vaccination.
● “Full vaccination” means two weeks have passed after the second dose in a two-dose COVID-19 vaccination series which has been authorized for emergency use or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
○ Or two weeks have passed after a single-dose COVID-19 vaccination which has been authorized for emergency use or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, regardless of whether a COVID-19 vaccine booster has been received.
● Proof of a US FDA or US FDA EUA approved vaccination administered outside the United States may be acceptable for employees only. Employer must be able to provide a translated version of the employee’s documentation upon request for verification.
○ Please note: Proof of a US FDA or US FDA EUA approved vaccination administered outside the United States is not accepted for patrons/customers.
What is an acceptable negative COVID-19 test?
● A negative test result must be a U.S. Food and Drug Administration emergency use authorization, or approved molecular test, or antigen test taken within 48 hours of entry to a business included in this emergency order.
● And identification with the same information as the negative COVID-19 test.
What types of proof of vaccination are sufficient?
● Proof of full vaccination means demonstrating that a person has completed a vaccination regimen approved by the Hawaiʻi Department of Health in compliance with all requirements of the State’s Safe Travels program through providing a state approved digital application, a hard copy of a state approved vaccination card, or a photograph of the same.
● Proof of a US FDA or US FDA EUA approved vaccination administered outside the United States may be acceptable for employees only. Employer must be able to provide a translated version of the employee’s documentation upon request for verification.
What if an individual refuses to show proof of vaccination at an establishment that’s included in the emergency order?
● An individual who refuses to show proof of vaccination may not enter except for very quick and limited purposes (such as using the bathroom, picking up food, paying a bill, or changing in a locker room).
● When entering a venue for such limited purposes, the individuals must wear a face mask.
May an establishment adopt a stricter policy and require that staff and patrons be fully vaccinated to enter my establishment?
● Yes.
For a full list and review of this mandate please click the link below:
https://www.oneoahu.org/safe-access-oahu
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us via email or text, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Mahalo for making us a part of your vacation in Hawaiʻi, and please stay safe!
Aloha - Kailua Ocean Adventures Staff