Shinas: Most of the Omani governorates on Tuesday witnessed heavy rains accompanied by strong winds, leading to floods in some areas and power outages in some homes.
For its part, the Omani Ministry of Labour issued an urgent warning to business owners, urging them to take the necessary precautionary measures to protect workers and property in light of the prevailing weather conditions.
The warning included several tips and guidelines for business owners, including regularly following up on weather warnings and updates issued by the official authorities and informing workers of them, and securing all light tools and equipment in open spaces.
In addition to ensuring the safety of lifting and crane equipment. Also, informing workers of the need to stay in buildings and avoid low-lying areas during the weather conditions. Postpone driving vehicles and business trips unless necessary.
Stop all excavation work during the weather conditions. Stop work in open outdoor areas. As for hazardous materials, the ministry said that all chemicals and hazardous materials must be secured in a designated place to prevent leakage or damage.
Workers should stay away from high places, work platforms, and scaffolding during weather conditions. Workers should also be warned not to take risks and cross valleys.
Also, the employer or his representative must share with the workers the emergency numbers of the competent authorities in case of any emergency.
The Ministry of Labor is keen on the safety of workers and the protection of property in light of the prevailing weather conditions, as heavy rains and strong winds pose a threat to life and property, such as landslides, floods, and fires. Business owners are committed to following the instructions contained in the warning, monitoring weather forecasts, providing safe places for workers, and suspending work in case of danger, while workers are responsible for their safety by following safety instructions and reporting any hazards. Cooperation between employers and workers is essential to ensure the safety of everyone in the work environment, and accidents and injuries can be prevented and a safe and healthy work environment can be created in difficult weather conditions.
These warnings come as part of the government's keenness on the safety of citizens and residents, as the prevailing weather conditions may pose a threat to life and property.
The local authorities urge citizens and residents to exercise caution, adhere to general safety instructions, and stay informed of the latest weather forecasts from the official authorities.
According to local sources, in Shinas Governorate, the rains began to fall in the early evening hours of yesterday, and continued for long hours, causing floods in low-lying areas and the closure of some roads.
The main impacts of the prevailing weather conditions included floods in some low-lying areas, power outages in some homes, and the closure of some roads. Emergency teams are currently working to repair the damage and restore essential services to affected areas.
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