COVID-19 Georgia - Specific Recommendations for Grocery Stores

This checklist will serve as a guide for continuing to work safely, efficiently, and profitably during the COVID-19 crisis. These guidelines shall implement to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Please note that this checklist is a hypothetical example and provides basic information only. It is not intended to take the place of, among other things, workplace, health and safety advice; medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment; or other applicable laws. You should also seek your own professional advice to determine if the use of such checklist is permissible in your workplace or jurisdiction. Source: https://www.georgia.org/covid19bizguide#critical

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1. Schedule specific hours of operation for vulnerable populations to shop without other patrons
2. Reduce store hours to allow for increased cleaning and sanitation while the store is closed.
3. Enact policies and procedures to encourage social distancing for patrons and employees. Measures may include:
Protective Plexiglas screens at service counters and at cash registers.
Decals on the floor or in aisles with messaging on social distancing.
Signs throughout the store giving visuals on social distancing.
Limit occupancy if store becomes too crowded.
Use one-way aisles.
Provide PPE as available and appropriate to the function and location of the worker within the business location.
Encourage patrons to wear face coverings.
Utilize in-store messaging to educate and remind patrons and employees on recommended hygiene and social distancing.
Discontinue sampling or cooking stations.
Close self-serve salad bars and buffets.
Add 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.
Check restrooms regularly, cleaning and sanitizing based on frequency of use, and ensuring adequate supply of soap and paper towels at all times.
Allow time for frequent hand-washing for employees, including cashiers, that interact directly with patrons.
Increase or add hand sanitizing stations around stores for patrons and employees.
Secure third-party cleaning service to assist with the increased cleaning demands as needed.