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Metro LGUs enforce ‘heat stroke break’ policy
The City of Manila has mandated safety breaks for traffic enforcers, village tanods, and police personnel due to the high heat index.
Manila City Mayor Honey Lacuna ordered these heat safety breaks for barangay watchmen and traffic personnel.
Malabon will enforce a 30-minute heat stroke break for traffic enforcers, and has reminded personnel to stay hydrated.
Pasig and San Juan will also enforce heat stroke breaks, with Pasig enforcers allowed to take shelter in shaded areas and suspending the use of reflective vests from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has reinstated its "heat stroke break" policy for field personnel, including traffic enforcers and street sweepers, effective yesterday until May 31.
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