Inspectors find hundreds of Dubai businesses fully following COVID-19 precautions

Dubai: More than 710 shops and commercial establishments were found to have fully complied with COVID-19 precautionary measures during Sunday’s inspections in Dubai.

It comes as field inspectors from the Commercial Compliance and Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy continued their visits to a number of open markets and shopping centres across the emirate as part of their continuing inspections to verify compliance with the precautionary measures.

Only one retail store in one of the shopping centres was fined for employees’ lack of commitment to wearing masks on Sunday. Dubai Economy reiterated that stern action will be taken against any non-compliance with the precautionary measures found during its inspections or that may be reported by consumers and the public. The disciplinary action is meant to be a deterrent against any violation or abuse.

Dubai Economy urged everyone to cooperate and contribute to keeping the emirate’s economy moving forward in spite of the pandemic threat. The precautionary measures have seen a gradual return to normal and safe economic activities in Dubai, leading to the opening of all sectors and the economic reset.

Dubai Economy also called on everyone to report any non-compliance to the precautionary guidelines through the Dubai Consumer app available on the Apple, Google, and Huawei stores, by calling 600545555, or by visiting the consumer rights website.