MUSCAT: The Ministry of Labour on Friday cautioned business owners to take necessary steps in safe guarding the safety of their employees during the current weather conditions.
The Ministry of Labour urged business owners to temporarily halt work in outdoor areas and to postpone non-essential driving and work related trips.
The Ministry of Labour issued following safety guidelines for business owners in the country:
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- Stay updated with official weather alerts and ensure employees are informed.
- Secure lightweight equipment in outdoor areas.
- Ensure the security of lifting equipment and cranes.
- Advise employees to remain indoors and avoid low-lying areas during adverse weather.
- Consider postponing non-essential driving and work-related trips.
- Pause all excavation work until weather conditions improve.
- Temporarily halt operations in outdoor areas.
- Ensure proper storage and safety measures for chemicals and hazardous materials.
- Avoid elevated areas and scaffolding during adverse weather.
- Warn employees against risky behaviour, such as crossing wadis. Share emergency contact numbers with employees in case of any emergency.
Oman’s Met Office on Friday has issued a warning as heavy rain looms over several regions, spanning Musandam, Al Buraimi, North Al Batinah, Al Dhahirah, Al Dakhiliyah, South Al Batinah, Muscat, North Sharqiyah, and South Sharqiyah.
Commencing from Friday at noon and extending through Saturday till 11 pm, these areas are anticipated to experience thundershowers of varying intensity, ranging from 30-150 mm, with the potential for hailstorms.
