Based on the set of recommendations given by the Dubai Economic Department (DED), offices that are reopening have to arrange a 24-hour office sanitisation. All common areas of the building/ office premises, including toilets, must be cleaned after each use while entrance areas are to be sterilised. All types of offices in Dubai are covered by the set of restrictions and protocols, according to DED.
Expanding on the guidelines by CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), before resuming business operations, the incumbent must check the building to see if it’s ready for occupancy. One must evaluate the building and its mechanical and life safety systems to determine if the building is ready for occupancy. In addition, facility managers must check for hazards associated with prolonged facility shutdown such as mould growth, rodents or pests, or issues with stagnant water systems, and take appropriate remedial actions.
The guidelines also states to ensure that ventilation systems in the facility operate properly. For building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that have been shut down or on setback, there should be a review of the new construction startup guidance provided in ASHRAE Standard 180-2018, Standard Practice for the Inspection and Maintenance of Commercial Building HVAC Systems.
In addition, there should be an increase in circulation of outdoor air as much as possible by the opening windows and doors, and using fans. One must not open windows and doors if doing so poses a safety or health risk for occupants, including children (e.g., a risk of falling or of breathing outdoor environmental contaminants such as carbon monoxide, moulds, or pollens).
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