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Floor markers and barriers are designed to ensure social distancing throughout the airport.
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New safety measures are in place at Sharjah International Airport as it prepares to welcome UAE residents home from overseas.
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Airport signage has been updated to follow government-issued safety advice for airports across the UAE.
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Thermal scanners and sanitisation facilities have been installed at the airport to detect and protect against Covid-19.
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Protective screens will keep passengers and airport staff safe.
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Social distancing measures are clearly marked with seats blocked off to ensure travellers keep a safe distance between them.
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Floor markers and barriers are designed to ensure social distancing throughout the airport.
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New safety measures are in place at Sharjah International Airport as it prepares to welcome UAE residents home from overseas.
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Airport signage has been updated to follow government-issued safety advice for airports across the UAE.
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Thermal scanners and sanitisation facilities have been installed at the airport to detect and protect against Covid-19.
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Protective screens will keep passengers and airport staff safe.
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Social distancing measures are clearly marked with seats blocked off to ensure travellers keep a safe distance between them.
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Floor markers and barriers are designed to ensure social distancing throughout the airport.
Coronavirus: Sharjah Airport staff vaccinated against Covid-19
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Nick Webster
29 September, 2020
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