Guidelines for Outdoor Activities

Last updated: 3 Feb 2025

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At Raffles American School, we prioritize the health and safety of our students. Air pollution can significantly affect health, especially for children who are more susceptible to its effects. Below are the guidelines for adjusting outdoor activities based on air quality levels (AQI):

0-50: Good
- Outdoor activities can proceed as usual.
51-100: Moderate
- Reduce strenuous activities for sensitive individuals.
- Early Years (EY) students should engage in light exposure.
101-150: Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
- Limit outdoor activities for those with respiratory issues.
- EY students should stay indoors or limit outdoor exposure.
151-200: Unhealthy
- Limit outdoor activities.
- N95 masks should be worn during outdoor activities.
201-300: Very Unhealthy
- Minimize outdoor activities as much as possible.
- Focus on indoor activities and wear N95 masks.
300+: Hazardous
- No outdoor activities.
- Everyone must remain indoors and wear N95 masks if stepping outside.

Measures for Protection and Prevention

At Raffles American School, we have comprehensive measures in place to ensure the safety of our students:
- Air Quality Monitoring (AQI): We have air quality monitoring devices installed in the school to provide accurate information about the air quality.

- Air Purifiers: Every classroom is equipped with high-efficiency air purifiers to ensure clean and safe indoor air.

Raffles American School is committed to protecting the health of our students by continuously monitoring air quality and adjusting activities accordingly to ensure the best care possible!