What are the new safety standards for worker accommodation in Dubai, and why were they introduced?

Dubai Municipality has released updated technical guidelines for labour housing, setting eight key requirements to strengthen health and safety standards. These include licensing all facilities, banning harmful materials like asbestos, ensuring non-slip and easy-to-clean flooring, maintaining proper lighting, ventilation, insulation, and electrical safety, providing adequate kitchens and dining areas, and displaying clear building identification. Regular maintenance and compliance with the Dubai Building Code are mandatory. The move aims to reduce accidents, enhance workers’ physical and mental wellbeing, and ensure safe and productive living environments. How do you feel about these stricter standards — will they significantly improve workers’ quality of life?

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