The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) issued an advisory on Monday evening to urge private companies to keep employees working from home on February 13.
“Necessary measures need to be taken by companies to ensure outdoor work, if necessary to resume, complies with the occupational health and safety requirements,” the Ministry said in a statement.
“Companies also need to ensure the health and safety of workers commuting to and from outdoor work locations,” it continued.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) calls on private sector companies across the UAE to apply flexible working patterns during unstable weather conditions.
“Necessary measures need to be taken by companies to ensure outdoor work, if necessary to resume,…
— وزارة الموارد البشرية والتوطين (@MOHRE_UAE) February 12, 2024
The government, under Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s orders, has declared February 13 a remote working day for all Dubai government employees, except those who must be at their workplace.
Under Hamdan bin Mohammed’s directives, Tuesday, 13 February, 2024 will be a remote working day.#UAE_BARQ_EN pic.twitter.com/04mcrMrnWZ
— UAE BARQ (@UAE_BARQ_EN) February 12, 2024
Additionally, UAE schools will continue with distance learning on February 13 to avoid any disruptions due to the heavy rains.
Authorities stress the importance of prioritizing safety during these challenging weather conditions.
