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Reopening responsibly: Dubai eases back to normalcy

Businesses across the country can resume operations provided they adhere to strict Covid-19 precautionary measures.

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On Tuesday, Sharjah announced the reopening of major tourist sites while Abu Dhabi has revealed stringent hygiene measures as it prepares to reopen hotel facilities. Businesses across the country can resume operations provided they adhere to strict Covid-19 precautionary measures, including social distancing, reduced capacity and mandatory use of face masks by staff and customers.
On Tuesday, Sharjah announced the reopening of major tourist sites while Abu Dhabi has revealed stringent hygiene measures as it prepares to reopen hotel facilities. Businesses across the country can resume operations provided they adhere to strict Covid-19 precautionary measures, including social distancing, reduced capacity and mandatory use of face masks by staff and customers.
In Dubai, most businesses are now open, with restrictions including no entry for children below 12 and senior citizens above 60 or those with chronic diseases. A strict sanitisation protocol carried out with municipality-approved material is a prerequisite for operations.
In Dubai, most businesses are now open, with restrictions including no entry for children below 12 and senior citizens above 60 or those with chronic diseases. A strict sanitisation protocol carried out with municipality-approved material is a prerequisite for operations.
The 30-per cent cap on staff strength at offices has been increased to 50 per cent. Popular cinema chains told Khaleej Times that they wouldn’t hike ticket prices despite operating at 30 per cent capacity.
The 30-per cent cap on staff strength at offices has been increased to 50 per cent. Popular cinema chains told Khaleej Times that they wouldn’t hike ticket prices despite operating at 30 per cent capacity.
Several residents have responded positively to the authorities’ call to be responsible, with most saying outings would be restricted to essential trips only. “The government is opening businesses to ease things for its residents. Every freedom comes with a certain sense of responsibility and the public must bear that in mind,” said Russian expat Valeriya Svalova.
Several residents have responded positively to the authorities’ call to be responsible, with most saying outings would be restricted to essential trips only. “The government is opening businesses to ease things for its residents. Every freedom comes with a certain sense of responsibility and the public must bear that in mind,” said Russian expat Valeriya Svalova.
Hygiene protocols include mandatory face masks and 2-metre social distancing for patrons and a rigorous sterilisation routine; 30% of parking to remain closed; high-risk individuals such as people above 60 years old and children under 12 years are not permitted.
Hygiene protocols include mandatory face masks and 2-metre social distancing for patrons and a rigorous sterilisation routine; 30% of parking to remain closed; high-risk individuals such as people above 60 years old and children under 12 years are not permitted.
Events and celebrations are not permitted; temperature checks, social distancing and masks are compulsory. Up to 5 members of single groups are allowed per entry; only individuals between 12 and 60 will be allowed.
Events and celebrations are not permitted; temperature checks, social distancing and masks are compulsory. Up to 5 members of single groups are allowed per entry; only individuals between 12 and 60 will be allowed.
Horizontal and vertical social distancing to be applied. Allocate 2 seats for customers and leave 2 seats empty in each row. Keep every alternate row empty vertically. Floor markings shall be in place to ensure social distancing. High-risk individuals are not permitted.
Horizontal and vertical social distancing to be applied. Allocate 2 seats for customers and leave 2 seats empty in each row. Keep every alternate row empty vertically. Floor markings shall be in place to ensure social distancing. High-risk individuals are not permitted.
Appointments and ticketing system must be followed; only hair and nail services are allowed; clients must undergo temperature checks; face masks and social distancing are must; chairs must be disinfected after every use; seating areas inside and outside must be removed.
Appointments and ticketing system must be followed; only hair and nail services are allowed; clients must undergo temperature checks; face masks and social distancing are must; chairs must be disinfected after every use; seating areas inside and outside must be removed.
All tools and equipment to be sanitised by a company approved by the Dubai Municipality; partitions shall be installed between equipment; waiting areas, locker and changing rooms and shower booths must be closed; all must wear face masks and undergo temperature checks.
All tools and equipment to be sanitised by a company approved by the Dubai Municipality; partitions shall be installed between equipment; waiting areas, locker and changing rooms and shower booths must be closed; all must wear face masks and undergo temperature checks.
Maintain the hygiene, sanitation and social distancing protocols; keep 2 metres between tables or customers; or set up separators/screens between tables.
Maintain the hygiene, sanitation and social distancing protocols; keep 2 metres between tables or customers; or set up separators/screens between tables.
All elevators must have markings on the floor that indicate appropriate social distances and users must comply by standing on these markings.
All elevators must have markings on the floor that indicate appropriate social distances and users must comply by standing on these markings.
No gatherings permitted; water dispenser is not allowed; safety rules such as social distancing, masks and sterilisation to be maintained; no high-risk individuals are allowed; facilities must provide for isolations rooms for suspect cases.
No gatherings permitted; water dispenser is not allowed; safety rules such as social distancing, masks and sterilisation to be maintained; no high-risk individuals are allowed; facilities must provide for isolations rooms for suspect cases.
Commuters are advised to plan their trips and reach Metro stations 30 minutes before their trip. Masks and social distancing are mandatory.
Commuters are advised to plan their trips and reach Metro stations 30 minutes before their trip. Masks and social distancing are mandatory.

Published: Wed 27 May 2020, 8:38 AM

Last updated: Wed 27 May 2020, 8:27 PM

High-risk individuals, including, elderly above 60 years, persons with disability and pregnant women, should not be present at work. Customers are encouraged to take appointments and request services through online platforms
High-risk individuals, including, elderly above 60 years, persons with disability and pregnant women, should not be present at work. Customers are encouraged to take appointments and request services through online platforms

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