Giving items directly to the cashier
To slow the transmission of COVID-19 and protect both grocery store employees as well as shoppers, grocery retailers have installed plexiglass partition at the checkout counters to foster physical distancing. So, if you think it’s a good idea to ignore those plexiglass barriers and hand the items in your cart directly to the cashier, think again. You’re only ruining the entire purpose of those partitions, not to mention breaking social distancing rules.
If you’re worried that the belt being touched by numerous people, don’t be. Cashiers are required to wipe and sanitize them regularly, to eliminate germs, bacteria and viruses. In fact, here are 5 Things You Should Know About Supermarkets During COVID-19 Pandemic that might make you feel safer.