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PNP, BJMP, BFP to wear light uniforms
By J.Lo
“Tri-bureau’s line of work already poses lot of risks, now that it is coupled with hazards of extreme heat temperature, we also need to protect our PNP, BFP and BJMP,” Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benhur Abalos said to ease working conditions of uniformed personnel amid rising heat index across country, police, fire and jail officers can wear light uniforms in performance of their duties.
In an urgent memorandum, Abalos directed Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) to issue advisory for all its personnel to wear light uniforms in performance of their respective duties.
He said measure shall help mitigate discomfort and reduce risk of heat-related illnesses such as heat cramps, exhaustion and heat stroke.
PNP, BFP and BJMP are attached agencies of DILG.
“Welfare of our uniformed personnel comes first, especially as they perform their sworn duty,” Abalos said.
Earlier, BJMP issued memorandum on modified schedule of wearing BJMP uniforms during summer season.
DILG issued order as Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration issued warning that dangerous heat index in various parts of the Philippines would persist until mid-May.
Department of Health likewise advised public to take precautionary measures against dangers of heat-related illnesses.
Col. Jean Fajardo, chief information officer of the PNP, said police officers on field duties can wear more comfortable patrol shirts.
“Those rendering patrol duties are allowed to wear light patrol shirts with at least breather for when they get exposed to the sun,” she said.
Among police officers on field work are members of Highway Patrol Group, special weapons and tactics teams and those from territorial units on beat patrol.
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