LIST: Operating hours and safety measures of Metro Manila malls open during MECQ

ERRATUM: The previous version of the article contained a photo from pre-enhanced community quarantine and has been updated to a photo during the modified enhanced community quarantine

The modified enhanced community quarantine, which began yesterday, May 16, allowed retail establishments to partially open (40 percent of workers on-site, 60 percent work from home). If you are planning to visit the mall (supposedly, only for essential items), here’s a running list of their operating hours and safety measures you have to follow.

SM Supermalls

Properties included: Visit their website for the full list of SM Supermalls

Operating hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m daily or depending on the guidelines of local government

Safety measures:

No face mask, no entry policy
There will be thermal cameras in all entrances
Disinfectant mats, alcohol and hand sanitizers are placed at key areas inside the mall
Escalators will be used one step apart
Elevators only at 50 percent capacity and spaced out chairs in dining areas
Directional arrows will be placed in common areas to encourage “one-way customer traffic”
Specialized sanitation team will ensure that the mall is consistently disinfected throughout the day
Disabled free WiFi connection

Megaworld Corporation

Properties included:

Eastwood City Walk, Quezon City
Lucky Chinatown, Manila City
Newport Mall, Pasay City
Uptown Mall, Makati City
Southwoods Mall, Biñan, Laguna
Venice Grandcanal Mall, Taguig City
Mactan Alfresco, Lapu-Lapu City
California Garden Square, Mandaluyong City
San Lorenzo Place, Makati City
Paseo Center, Makati City
The Clubhouse, Quezon City
Three Central Mall, Makati City
The Village Square, Alabang
Twin Lakes, Tagaytay City
Forbes Town, Taguig City

Operating hours: Malls will be open daily, but following different schedules each. Visit this link for the full list.

Safety measures:

I.D. required as only 21 to 59 years old persons are allowed to enter
No face mask, no entry policy
Mandatory thermal scanning and foot bath at every entrance
Alcohol and hand sanitizers are placed at key areas inside the mall
Physical distance of three feet between each person
Centralized pick-up point for stores with pick-up/delivery service to be followed
Regular sanitation of elevator buttons, door handles, handrails, comfort rooms and common areas
Tire bath for vehicles and sanitizing of parking cards during parking
Social distancing and sanitation teams will make sure these guidelines are being followed
Mall temperature will be set at 26ºC
Disabled free WiFi connection
Chapels and leisure establishments will remain closed

Ayala Malls

Properties included: Visit their website for the full list of Ayala Malls

Operating hours: Only select stores are open with different schedules each. Visit this link for the full list.

Safety measures:

Temperature checks will be conducted at entrances
No face mask, no entry policy
Frequent handwashing is encouraged
Physical distance of one feet apart between each person
Elevators are limited to two persons only with a priority for senior citizens, persons with disabilities and pregnant women
Alcohol and hand sanitizers are placed at key areas inside the mall
Floor markings will be placed on escalators
Mall staff must wear proper personal protective equipment
Handrails will be regularly sterilized
Chapels and leisure establishments will remain closed

Robinsons Malls

Properties included: Visit their website for the full list of Robinsons Malls

Operating hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m daily or depending on the guidelines of local government

Safety measures:

No face mask, no entry
Sanitizing mats to be used to disinfect footwear
Temperature checks will be conducted at entrances
Alcohol and hand sanitizers are placed at key areas inside the mall
Physical distance of one meter apart between each person next to you when shopping
Physical distance of one meter apart between each person when queueing
Floor markings will be placed in hallways, restrooms and queuing areas
A three-step gap on escalators and in elevators must be maintained
Follow the centralized pick-up point for stores with pick-up or delivery services
Chapels and leisure establishments will remain closed

Rockwell Malls

Properties included:

Power Plant Mall, Makati City
The Grove Retail Row, Pasig City
Arton Strip, Quezon City

Operating hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Safety measures:

No face mask and ID, no entry
Thermal scans will be conducted at entrances
Mandatory hand sanitizing and foot bath at every entrance
Alcohol and hand sanitizers are placed at key areas inside the mall
Minors, senior citizens, pregnant women and PWDs will only be allowed entry for purchasing essential goods or for a visit to the mall’s medical centers
Limited use of elevators
Limited entrance for restrooms
Floor markings will be placed in hallways, restrooms and queuing areas
A six-step gap on escalators must be maintained
Sanitation team will ensure that the mall is consistently disinfected throughout the day
Chapels and leisure establishments will remain closed

[READ: Rockwell malls to reopen on May 19]

Ortigas Malls

Properties included:

Estancia Malls, Pasig City
Greenhills, San Juan
Tiendesitas, Pasig City
Industria, Quezon City

Operating hours: Malls will be open daily, but following different schedules each. Visit this link for the full list.

Safety measures:

No face mask, no entry
Thermal scans will be conducted at entrances
Sanitizing mats at entrances to be used to disinfect footwear
Alcohol and hand sanitizers are placed at key areas inside the mall
Mall staff must wear proper personal protective equipment
A three-step gap on escalators must be maintained
Physical distance of one meter apart between each person next to you when shopping and queuing
Regular sanitation of elevator buttons, door handles, handrails, comfort rooms and common areas
Chapels and leisure establishments will remain closed