PHBREAKING: 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