Police to take action against 25 massage establishments for not ensuring staff, customers wear a mask at all times

SINGAPORE — The police said on Wednesday (May 26) that they were taking action against 25 massage establishments and 23 individuals following enhanced checks that took place over the last two weeks to make sure workers and customers were adhering to Covid-19 regulations.

They noted the Covid-19 clusters that had emerged recently, highlighting the need for continued vigilance in the practice of safe management measures by massage establishments, which are allowed to continue operating in the current climate.

A total of 850 massage establishments were inspected and some were found to have failed to ensure that their staff members and customers wore a mask at all times. Customers who did not wear a mask during their massage were also singled out. 

"Depending on the seriousness of the breaches found, these massage establishments may be fined between S$1,000 and S$2,000, while individuals may be fined S$300 and S$1,000," the police said in a news release. CNA

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