Companies engage in outdoor work and resort to re-entry methods.
Hot-weather measures are already in place for two construction companies, but they also take into account the new advisory service.
Serene Pan, the chief executive officer of Hitomo Construction, stated that the company has a rain-based system that was already in place before the heat stress advisory was put into effect, and that this is why the firm schedules indoor work activities when the temperature is at high risk.
Workers may start earlier in the day when temperatures are lower, they can have more water breaks, and the company will provide electrolyte-based drinks, according to Ms Pan. Additionally, workers can report any discomfort to the site manager if necessary.
She stated that construction projects require heat, but it is crucial to prioritize the safety of workers.
According to Eric Tan, senior corporate manager at United Tec Construction, the company had already implemented heat stress measures but now has a temperature monitoring system and records temperatures at specific times.
To reduce exposure, employees working under direct sunlight will be rotated. Work will also be rescheduled as a last resort, according to Mr Tan.
During hot weather, delivery platforms send reminders to riders.
Grab alerts riders to the heat advisory risk through in-app reminders, while foodpanda sends reminder notifications regardless of the advisory and weather conditions.
A representative stated that reminders for hot weather can be sent out, even if the heat stress advisory is not in place, due to differences in people’s tolerance to it.
Deliveroo has stated that it offers water to riders in its delivery-only kitchens and encourages merchants to provide drinks during hot weather.
The schools and school system are synchronized with the heat stress adviser.
According to the Ministry of Education (MOE), schools are generally following the same guidelines as the heat stress advisory.
The Education Ministry stated that the guidelines require a reduction in outdoor physical activity from 10.30am to 3.30pm, particularly during periods of higher heat and ultraviolet light levels, in response to CNA’s questions.
The report indicated that schools have the freedom to determine the most effective localised measures for students to cope with the heat, as the weather and environmental conditions may differ among different schools.
The MOE stated that schools can offer uniforms to students, conduct physical activities in sheltered or indoor spaces, and arrange frequent breaks or reschedule activities to cooler times of the day when heat stress is high.