Mask Force

Masks for migrant workers and domestic helpers in Singapore

About Mask Force

The Mask Force programme specifically addresses the needs of migrant workers and domestic helpers in Singapore, ensuring they have access to quality protective equipment. This initiative recognizes the essential role these workers play in our community and their right to protection during health emergencies. Like all comprehensive protection strategies, this programme combines mask distribution with education on hand hygiene, safe distancing, and staying vigilant about health risks.

Programme Objectives

  • Provide free masks to migrant workers and domestic helpers
  • Ensure equitable access to protective equipment
  • Support vulnerable worker populations
  • Complement existing mask wearing initiatives
  • Promote workplace safety and health
  • Build community solidarity and support
  • Educate on proper hand hygiene practices
  • Support mental wellbeing of essential workers

Target Communities

This programme focuses on supporting essential workers who may face barriers to accessing protective equipment:

  • Construction and manufacturing workers
  • Domestic helpers and caregivers
  • Food service and delivery workers
  • Cleaning and maintenance staff
  • Healthcare support workers
  • Other essential service providers

All workers receive education on recognizing symptoms, health monitoring when appropriate, and maintaining mental wellbeing during challenging work conditions.

All workers receive education on recognizing symptoms, health monitoring when appropriate, and maintaining mental wellbeing during challenging work conditions.

Distribution and Education

The programme combines mask distribution with education on proper usage, similar to our approach with reusable masks and hand sanitiser:

  1. Direct distribution at workplaces and dormitories
  2. Multilingual educational materials
  3. Training on proper mask wearing techniques
  4. Information on hand hygiene and safe distancing
  5. Support for employers in implementing safety measures
  6. Education on environmental cleaning in shared spaces
  7. Resources for mental health support
  8. Training on symptom recognition and when to seek care

Community Impact

By ensuring all workers have access to protective equipment, the Mask Force programme strengthens our entire community's resilience. This initiative demonstrates our commitment to protecting everyone and leaving no one behind in our health response. Combined with hand hygiene, sanitiser access, safe distancing, environmental cleaning, vigilant health monitoring, and mental health support, this creates comprehensive protection for all community members.

Workplace Safety

The programme also works with employers to create safer work environments through improved ventilation, environmental cleaning, and comprehensive safety protocols. This holistic approach ensures workers are protected both through personal protective equipment and safer working conditions, including hand hygiene facilities, sanitiser stations, distancing measures, symptom monitoring, health monitoring tools when appropriate, mental health resources, sustainable practices, and ongoing vigilance about changing health conditions.