Manila Bulletin
Paranaque City employees must present COVID-19 test results before reporting for work
Parañaque City Mayor Edwin Olivarez has mandated that all returning public and private employees must undergo COVID-19 testing within one week before reporting for work.
This directive, outlined in Executive Order 37, aims to curb the virus's transmission within the city during the modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ).
Employees who fail to submit their test results will face corresponding charges.
The city government stressed that while restarting the economy is important, public health must not be compromised to prevent a potential second wave of infections.
Returning employees are urged to email their test results to covid19clearance@bploparanaque.com to avoid face-to-face contact.
Employers are required to screen their workers for coronavirus symptoms, travel history, and possible exposure for 14 days prior to their return to work.
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