'Too dangerous' for shop assistants to enforce mask wearing

Retail unions are concerned about who will enforce the wearing of masks in shops. File picture.

Expecting retail employees to enforce mask wearing is "dangerous" and "not practical", according to a union leader.

It will be mandatory to wear face coverings in all shops and retail centres from Monday but little information has been provided in how the regulations will be enforced, with retailers concerned about "needless conflict” with those who refuse to wear coverings.