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OCBC, meanwhile, has made N95 masks available to employees.<\/p>\n
Staff have been advised to minimise prolonged outdoor exposure when air quality deteriorates, stay hydrated and seek medical attention if they experience haze-related symptoms.<\/p>\n
The bank has also asked managers to pay particular attention to employees who may be more vulnerable to the effects of haze, including those who are elderly, pregnant or have underlying medical conditions.<\/p>\n
Flexible work arrangements can be discussed where appropriate, said OCBC\u2019s head of group operational risk management Gary Chong.<\/p>\n
Food delivery platform Foodpanda said deliveries are continuing as usual, but added that riders can decide when they want to work and adjust their schedules based on prevailing conditions.<\/p>\n
The company said it monitors weather and air quality conditions, including PSI readings, and sends advisories to riders through its Pandarider app and other communication channels.<\/p>\n
Riders can also take short breaks between orders through Foodpanda’s \u201cExcused Breaks\u201d feature, which allows them to take a five-minute\u00a0break every hour while continuing to enjoy applicable incentives.<\/p>\n
Foodpanda said delivery times could be affected as riders take precautions, and asked customers for patience and understanding.<\/p>\n
According to guidelines from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), employers should carry out risk assessments and reduce or avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor work, depending on air quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Measures can include rotating jobs, providing indoor rest breaks, ensuring workers stay hydrated and deferring non-essential work.<\/p>\n
Employers are also strongly encouraged to offer flexible work arrangements during haze episodes, particularly for vulnerable employees such as older workers, pregnant women and those with chronic heart or lung conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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