Data on Reported Workplace Heat-related Illnesses

Mr Melvin Yong Yik Chye asked the Minister for Manpower for each of the past five years (a) what was the number of reported workplace heat-related illnesses; (b) of these, how many occurred in (i) outdoor and (ii) indoor settings respectively; and (c) how many resulted in (i) hospitalisation (ii) medical leave exceeding three days or (iii) fatality.

The Member may refer to the reply to Question No 18 for Oral Answer at the 26 February 2026 Sitting which has addressed the same issue. [Please refer to ​"Adjusting Labour and Urban Planning Policies to Mitigate Heat-related Productivity Losses", Official Report, 26 February 2026, Vol 96, Issue 20, Written Answers to Questions for Oral Answer not Answered by End of Question Time section.]