Factories adopt harsher bubble, seal measure
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published : 29 Jun 2021 at 06:44
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Factories are adopting a stricter bubble and seal measure to control Covid-19 infections among workers in line with the government s decision to implement a month of measures to stop the spread of the virus.
Bubble and seal is aimed at restricting travel among workers. They may need to stay in factories or travel between their dormitories and workplaces, according to media reports.
All factories, regardless of infection reports in their workplaces, are using the bubble and seal approach, according to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Many have also set up new production lines to relieve the impact if their workers are infected.
A line in the sand
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While many leaders applaud giving the country a timeline for reopening, some question whether Thailand is equipped
published : 28 Jun 2021 at 07:05
9 Yaksa statues at Suvarnabhumi airport are adorned with face masks to remind the public to remain vigilant during the pandemic. (Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)
The government s recent announcement of an ambitious plan to reopen the country by mid-October and curb household debt amid a battered economy has drawn mixed views from the business world, given the challenges ahead.
RISK OR RELIEF?
The plan to reopen Thailand holds the promise of more bustling economic activity, but it carries a fear the public health system could be overwhelmed if the country is unable to control virus outbreaks, according to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
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