THE Philippine National Police (PNP) reminded food delivery riders to strictly observe the minimum public health safety standards and quarantine protocols.
The reminder was issued following reports that some delivery riders supposedly fail to follow safety protocols while waiting for their clients’ orders at restaurants.
Some wore their face masks improperly while others were reported to be smoking in their waiting areas.
“These past few days, we have received complaints about delivery riders who are violating minimum public health safety protocols in waiting areas in many parts of Metro Manila,” said PNP Chief Police General Guillermo Eleazar.
“Because of this, I have tasked our chiefs of police and station commanders to coordinate with their respective local government units and even managers of business establishments to strictly enforce protocols against COVID-19,” he reminded as there are existing laws and ordinances regarding this.
Meanwhile, the PNP Chief also reminded police personnel to observe maximum tolerance and politely call the attention of delivery riders caught violating the guidelines.
“We all know the hardships and sacrifices our delivery riders go through in this pandemic. But if our police will see that riders are not observing minimum public health safety standards and quarantine protocols, we will call their attention and remind them,” PGen Eleazar said.
“We also urge the public to file a complaint or send videos and pictures using the PNP’s E-SUMBONG and we will ensure prompt action,,” he added.