Nibong tebal: The Ministry of Education (MOE) is prioritizing the welfare, health, and safety of students, teachers, and school staff in light of hot weather conditions, particularly in the northern states. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek announced that school administrators have been granted the autonomy to make decisions regarding school activities and operations during periods of extreme heat, including permitting the wearing of sports attire instead of the official school uniform.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Minister Sidek emphasized the existence of established guidelines and advisories from the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) to aid school administrators in managing these conditions. She urged all school administrators to adhere to these guidelines and incorporate recommendations from the two agencies to effectively handle the situation. She reassured that there is no issue with the wearing of sports attire or conducting activities during hot weather as long as the guidelines are followed.
Minister Sidek made these remarks after officiating an event at the Semarak Sejahtera Activity Centre Older Persons (PAW) program at Jalan Sungai Acheh, which was also attended by Social Welfare Department (JKM) director-general Datuk Che Murad Sayang Ramjan. In her comments, Sidek addressed the relaxation of school uniform requirements and the organization of school activities in response to high temperatures.
The guidelines, as explained by the minister, provide flexibility regarding school attire, allowing for adjustments like the use of sportswear and managing students' physical activities based on current weather conditions. School administrators are encouraged to evaluate situations continuously and make informed decisions that prioritize the welfare of students and teachers, within the framework advised by MetMalaysia and MOH.
Additionally, she called on school authorities to remain vigilant about weather changes and implement proactive measures to maintain a safe and conducive learning environment, even when faced with unforeseen weather conditions.