UAE ministry inspections discovered 59 violations of Midday Break rules, according to an official report.
The initiative bans work under direct sunlight from 12.30pm to 3pm between June 15 and September 15.
The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has commended the “deep commitment of most establishments” to the working hours and procedures of the Midday Break.
UAE Midday Break rules
The MOHRE said: “The success of the Midday Break was only possible with the cooperation of all relevant partners at the federal and local levels.
“We have conducted more than 67,000 inspection visits to establishments from June 15 to August 17, and over 28,000 guidance visits.
“Following these visits, we have detected only 59 violations by establishments with 130 workers involved in these breaches by their respective establishments.”
Mohsen Al Nassi, Assistant Undersecretary for Inspection Affairs at the Ministry, said: “The Midday Break is part of a series of solid measures taken by MoHRE to protect workers’ rights and provide all conditions and components of occupational safety and health.
“These inspections and awareness-raising rounds are part of our commitment to ensuring that establishments adhere to decisions and regulations to provide the best humanitarian and social standards that enhance the UAE labour market’s competitiveness and flexibility”.
The Midday Break is being implemented for the 19th year, with employers required to provide workers with umbrellas and cooling equipment during their rest time, such as fans, cold drinking water, authorised hydrated salts and appropriate amenities.
MoHRE called on community members and workers to report any violations by contacting its call centre at 600 590 000 or through the MoHRE app and website.
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