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“The wearing of face masks is only compulsory in crowded public places,” said Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

Admitting that there was still confusion on the wearing of face masks as part of the Covid-19 standard operating procedure (SOP), he said it was not necessary if one was alone and practiced physical distancing.

“There are many public places including parks, but if you are alone there is no need to wear a mask because it is only compulsory in crowded public places. In crowded markets, buses and LRT, it is a must to wear face masks. But if you are alone or there is physical distancing between those present, for example in restaurants, it is not necessary to wear masks. You can’t eat with your mask on,” he told in a news conference.

Beginning Aug 1, the wearing of face masks was made compulsory in crowded public places, and offenders are liable to a RM1,000 fine under Act 342 (Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988).

We have flattened the curve once, we can do it again! Remember to follow all the SOPs set by the government. Let’s do our part in the fight against COVID-19.

Info via Malay Mail

Written by Thineshkan