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COVID-19: Going back to the office? These are the fines and violations you should be aware of

No face mask or social distance can get you and your company in trouble

Published: June 01, 2020 16:03 Last updated: June 28, 2020 16:58 Huda Tabrez, Senior News Editor

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Going back to work — Are you part of the work team that is gradually returning to the office? Regulations have been set out in the UAE to ensure that as public life returns to normalcy, the highest health and safety standards are adhered to. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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going back to office — Read our report on the announcement here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1590500414354 Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Going back to work — Look at Dubai government employees returning to work from May 31 here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1590918689667 Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Going back to work — If you give colleagues a lift, remember that there is a fine for more than three people travelling in a car. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Going back to work — You would be required to wear a face mask at all times when you step out of your home. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Going back to work — Office managements can be fined Dh5,000 and employees can face a Dh500 fine. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Going back to work — Read: Dh1,000 mask fine in Dubai applies even if it is on, but doesn't cover your nose and mouth - https://gulfnews.com/1.71479678 Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Going back to work — Does wearing a face mask for long hours affect your health negatively? Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Going back to work — Read: Dubai doctors address public fears over prolonged use of face masks - gulfnews.com/1.71798225 Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Going back to work — Pictuse used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Going back to work — Pictuse used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Going back to work — You also need to ensure that while sitting at your desk, standing in common areas or using the lift, stairs or escalator, you maintain social distance. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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going back to office — Steer clear of handshakes or hugs. For more guidelines on how to behave in a way that ensures everyone's safety, read: https://gulfnews.com/1.1588598194438 Image Credit:

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Going back to work — Repeat offenders will be strictly penalised. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Going back to work — Pictuse used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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