As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, the use of face masks has become an essential part of our daily lives. In Singapore, the government has made it mandatory to wear a face mask in all public places. However, for some people, the cost of purchasing face masks can be a burden. To help alleviate this financial burden, the government has made free face masks available to all Singaporeans and long-term residents.
Where to Collect Free Masks in Singapore
There are a number of ways to collect free face masks in Singapore. The most convenient way is to collect them from one of the many vending machines that have been installed around the island. These vending machines are typically located in high-traffic areas, such as MRT stations, bus interchanges, and shopping malls.
To collect a free face mask from a vending machine, simply follow these steps:
- Find a vending machine that is displaying the “Free Face Mask” sign.
- Press the button on the vending machine to dispense a face mask.
- Collect your face mask from the vending machine.
You can also collect free face masks from your local Community Centre (CC) or Residents’ Committee (RC) centre. To collect a face mask from your local CC or RC centre, simply bring your NRIC or FIN card to the centre and ask for a free face mask.
How Many Free Masks Can I Collect?
Each person is entitled to collect up to 50 free face masks per month. This limit is in place to ensure that everyone has access to a sufficient supply of face masks.
What Type of Face Masks Are Available?
The free face masks that are available are surgical masks. Surgical masks are effective at filtering out droplets that may contain viruses and bacteria. They are also comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.
When Can I Collect Free Masks?
Free face masks are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can collect face masks from vending machines or your local CC or RC centre at any time that is convenient for you.
Why Wear a Face Mask?
Wearing a face mask is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself from COVID-19. Face masks help to filter out droplets that may contain viruses and bacteria, which can help to prevent you from inhaling these droplets and becoming infected.
In addition to protecting yourself, wearing a face mask also helps to protect others. When you wear a face mask, you are helping to reduce the spread of droplets that may contain viruses and bacteria, which can help to protect others from becoming infected.
Conclusion
The government has made free face masks available to all Singaporeans and long-term residents to help alleviate the financial burden of purchasing face masks. Free face masks are available from vending machines and Community Centres (CCs) or Residents’ Committee (RCs) centres. Each person is entitled to collect up to 50 free face masks per month. Wearing a face mask is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. To learn more about COVID-19 and how to protect yourself, please visit the Ministry of Health website.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How often can I collect free face masks?
You can collect up to 50 free face masks per month. -
What type of face masks are available?
The free face masks that are available are surgical masks. -
Where can I collect free face masks?
You can collect free face masks from vending machines, Community Centres (CCs), or Residents’ Committee (RC) centres.
Tables
Table 1: Number of Free Face Masks Available Per Month
| Number of Free Face Masks |
|—|—|
| 50 |
Table 2: Locations of Vending Machines Dispensing Free Face Masks
| Location | Address |
|---|---|
| MRT Stations | Various |
| Bus Interchanges | Various |
| Shopping Malls | Various |
Table 3: Locations of Community Centres (CCs) and Residents’ Committee (RC) Centres Dispensing Free Face Masks
| Location | Address |
|---|---|
| CCs | Various |
| RCs | Various |
Table 4: Benefits of Wearing a Face Mask
| Benefit |
|—|—|
| Protects you from COVID-19 |
| Protects others from COVID-19 |
| Is comfortable to wear |
| Is affordable |
