DoLE: Protect workers from heat stress

THE Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) has issued an advisory urging employers to protect workers from heat stress amid the hot weather amplified by the El Niño phenomenon.

It said companies should seek to reduce workers’ exposure to extreme heat through adequate ventilation and heat insulation in workplaces, rest breaks, adjustment in work locations, use of personal protective equipment, and ample means of hydration.

The DoLE recommended conducting information campaigns to identify and address symptoms of heat stress among workers.

Employers were encouraged to coordinate with the DoLE Regional Offices and Occupational Safety and Health Center-Regional Extension Units for technical assistance in developing heat stress prevention measures.

Meanwhile, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said on Saturday that the northeast monsoon or “amihan” that brings colder winds to most parts of Luzon has officially ended on Friday.

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Based on its three-day weather outlook, high chances of rains and thunderstorms were expected in the major cities in Luzon, including Metro Manila, Baguio City, and Legazpi City, in the next three days, starting Tuesday.

Meanwhile, improved weather conditions were expected in Metro Cebu, Iloilo and Tacloban beginning Tuesday.

High chances of rain could prevail over Metro Davao, Cagayan de Oro City and Zamboanga City starting Monday.

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