BREAKING: Face shields are no longer required in areas under Alert Levels 1, 2, and 3, according to Malacañang.
They are still mandatory in places under Alert Level 5 and granular lockdown.
The following guidelines on the use of face shields are to take effect immediately:
For areas under alert level 5 and granular lockdowns, the use of face shields in community settings shall be mandatory
For areas under alert level 4, local government units (LGUs) and private establishments are given the discretion to mandate the use of face shields
For areas under alert levels 3, 2, and 1, the use of face shields shall be voluntary