COVID-19 Georgia FOOD ESTABLISHMENT (SUCH AS RETAIL AND WHOLESALE GROCERY STORES)

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Food establishments (such as retail and wholesale grocery stores, but not to include food processing plants or wholesale sandwich and salad manufacturers) shall implement the industry-specific guidelines below:

• 1. Limiting the number of patrons inside the store to 50% of fire capacity occupancy or eight (8) patrons per 1,000 square feet.

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  No

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• 2. Encouraging patrons to use hand sanitizer upon entering.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Encouraging non-cash payments when possible.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Encouraging non-cash payments when possible.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Encouraging workers to report any safety and health concerns to the employer.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Installing protective screens or other mitigation measures where worker-patron interactions are likely.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7. Providing additional hand sanitizer within the business.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Food establishments (such as retail and wholesale grocery stores, but not to include food processing plants or wholesale sandwich and salad manufacturers) shall in addition to the 7 measures identified above for retail businesses, implement additional measures, which may also include, but shall not be limited to the following, which shall be implemented to the maximum extent practicable

• 1. Scheduling specific hours of operation for vulnerable populations to shop without other patrons.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Reducing store hours to allow for increased cleaning and sanitation while the store is closed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Enacting policies and procedures to encourage Social Distancing for patrons and employees. Measures may include: <br><br>• Protective Plexiglass screens at service counters and at cash registers; <br>• Decals on the floor or aisles with messaging on Social Distancing; <br>• Signs throughout the store giving visuals on Social Distancing; <br>• Limited occupancy if store becomes too crowded; and <br>• Use of one-way aisles

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  No

  N/A

• 4. Providing Personal Protective Equipment as available and appropriate to the function and location of the worker within the business location.

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  No

  N/A

• 5. Encouraging patrons to wear face coverings.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Utilizing in-store messaging to educate and remind patrons and employees on recommended hygiene and Social Distancing.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7. Discontinuing sampling or cooking stations.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8. Closing self-serve salad bars and buffets.

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  No

  N/A

• 9. Adding additional staff to specifically oversee increased sanitation of grocery carts, and other high-touch areas such as door handles, point of sales equipment, conveyor belts, and other surfaces.

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  No

  N/A

• 10. Checking restrooms regularly, cleaning and sanitizing based on frequency of use, and ensuring adequate supply of soap and paper towels at all times.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11. Allowing time for frequent hand washing for employees, including cashiers, that interact directly with patrons.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 12. Increasing or add hand sanitizing stations around stores for patrons and employees.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 13. Procuring options with third-party cleaning companies to assist with the increased cleaning demands as needed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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