Updated Advisory for Safe Management Measures at Retail Establishments and Lifestyle-Related Services

Who Should Know:
Mall developers, building owners, food & beverage business owners

1. This joint advisory provides updates on the Safe Management Measures (SMMs) for Retail Establishments and Lifestyle-Related Services.

Vaccination-Differentiated SMMs

2. Vaccination-Differentiated SMMs (VDS) are no longer required.

   • 2.1. All malls, large standalone stores¹ and establishments providing personal care services² do not need to conduct VDS checks, including for events with > 500 participants at any one time.

Other Safe Management Measures

3. In addition to the above, Retail establishments and Lifestyle-Related Services must adhere to prevailing SMMs in the Annex [PDF, 524 KB] ↗ (opens in new tab).

4. Firm action will be taken against any breaches under relevant laws. For instance, under the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act, first-time offenders will face a fine of up to S$10,000, imprisonment of up to six months, or both. Subsequent offences may face a fine of up to S$20,000, imprisonment of up to twelve months, or both.

^{1 These refer to standalone stores > 930 sqm (or 10,000 sqft) of GFA.}

^{2 These refer to personal care services that require the removal of face masks, such as facial treatments, make-up services and saunas.}

Thank You.

ENTERPRISE SINGAPORE
HOUSING & DEVELOPMENT BOARD
SINGAPORE FOOD AGENCY
SINGAPORE TOURISM BOARD
URBAN REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

Updated as of 26 August 2022