Parañaque mayor issues MECQ business guidelines

Parañaque City Mayor Edwin Olivarez has issued guidelines for businesses operating under Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) from May 16 to 31, aiming to curb COVID-19 transmission.

Businesses are allowed to operate at full or limited capacities, provided they adhere to safety protocols and strict social distancing measures.

Employers are required to have their workers tested for COVID-19 by accredited facilities before returning to work and to maintain records of these test results.

Failure to comply with the new guidelines can lead to the suspension or revocation of sanitation permits, along with potential criminal and administrative sanctions.

Establishments must implement health protocols such as sanitation stations, medical services, and workplace decontamination.

Extra precautionary measures, including the strict use of personal protective equipment, are mandated for high-risk workplaces like healthcare and frontline services.

The Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO) and the city health office will monitor and inspect businesses for compliance.

Barangays are also authorized to inspect businesses for rapid test clearances, social distancing, availability of sanitizers, and mask usage.