UAE authority urges remote work for private sector workers as weather worsens
[Editor's note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest updates on unstable weather in the UAE ]Amid unstable weather conditions, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has urged private sector companies in the most affected areas to implement remote work on Friday, December 19, for roles that permit such arrangements. The call is aimed at safeguarding employee health and safety amid heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds sweeping across the country. MoHRE also reminded all private sector entities nationwide to exercise caution, take necessary occupational health and safety measures, and adhere to directives issued by local authorities in each emirate regarding weather impacts on business operations. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rain, lightning and hail across parts of the Emirates on Friday.Authorities have also warned residents to stay indoors and follow safety instructions. On Thursday, heavy rainfall battered several emirates, leading to flooding in localised areas, uprooted trees and property damage. Many residents worked from home or left offices early as conditions deteriorated.In response to the unstable weather, civic bodies have ordered the temporary closure of public parks and beaches, and other outdoor destinations for Thursday and Friday to ensure public safety. Remote working during unstable weather in the UAE is not new. The 2024 floods became a turning point for corporate policies, with many companies loosening work-from-home rules to safeguard staff when commuting became unsafe. After that event, several firms introduced or expanded flexible remote work arrangements as part of their employee safety policies.Unstable weather: Dubai announces remote work for govt employees on December 19UAE urges private firms to ensure workers' safety amid weather warningsSafety warnings in UAE: 'Go out only if necessary', authorities advise
[Editor's note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for the latest updates on unstable weather in the UAE ]
Amid unstable weather conditions, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has urged private sector companies in the most affected areas to implement remote work on Friday, December 19, for roles that permit such arrangements. The call is aimed at safeguarding employee health and safety amid heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds sweeping across the country.
MoHRE also reminded all private sector entities nationwide to exercise caution, take necessary occupational health and safety measures, and adhere to directives issued by local authorities in each emirate regarding weather impacts on business operations.
Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a yellow alert for heavy rain, lightning and hail across parts of the Emirates on Friday.
Authorities have also warned residents to stay indoors and follow safety instructions.
On Thursday, heavy rainfall battered several emirates, leading to flooding in localised areas, uprooted trees and property damage. Many residents worked from home or left offices early as conditions deteriorated.
In response to the unstable weather, civic bodies have ordered the temporary closure of public parks and beaches, and other outdoor destinations for Thursday and Friday to ensure public safety.
Remote working during unstable weather in the UAE is not new. The 2024 floods became a turning point for corporate policies, with many companies loosening work-from-home rules to safeguard staff when commuting became unsafe. After that event, several firms introduced or expanded flexible remote work arrangements as part of their employee safety policies.
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