The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created uncertainty for warehouse workers across the globe. Now, warehouse workers must take additional precautions to guard against contracting or spreading COVID-19. With these precautions, warehouse workers can do their part to combat the pandemic.
There are several things that warehouse workers can do to minimize the risk of contracting or spreading COVID-19, such as:
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Practice Social Distancing
Maintain at least 6 ft. of physical distance from other warehouse workers. Close contact can increase the likelihood of contracting or spreading COVID-19, as the coronavirus can travel via tiny particles in the air. But, if you practice social distancing, you can guard against the virus.
If necessary, ask your employer to set up markers that indicate when workers are a minimum of 6 ft. apart. In addition to social distancing, you should avoid large gatherings at work as well.
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Wear a Face Covering
Cover your face any time you enter your warehouse. Your face covering should always be worn and cleaned regularly.
Ensure that your face covering fits comfortably over your face and does not interfere with your ability to see or breathe. Also, if your face covering is damaged at any point during your workday, replace it immediately.
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Wash Your Hands Frequently
Wash your hands with soap and water frequently throughout your workday. Any time you wash your hands, apply soap and water. You should wash the hands for approximately 20 seconds every time, too. If necessary, you may use an alcohol-based sanitizer to wash the hands if soap and water are unavailable.
You should wash your hands any time you come into direct contact with any frequently touched surfaces. In these instances, keep the hands away from the mouth, eyes, and nose.
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Cover Your Coughs and Sneezes
If you need to cough or sneeze, place your elbow in front of your mouth and cough or sneeze into it. In cases where you cough or sneeze into a tissue, dispose of the used tissue immediately after you use it. If you inadvertently cough or sneeze directly into your hands, wash your hands with soap and water right away.
Coughing and sneezing may be signs of a COVID-19 infection. If you display these symptoms or other signs of a COVID-19 infection, notify your manager immediately. At this point, you should undergo proper testing and quarantine until you receive the results of your test.
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Remain Up to Date on Safety Protocols
Stay informed about the pandemic and the safety protocols surrounding it. Any time you have safety concerns or questions, discuss them with your manager. If you feel unsafe at work, you should work with your manager to find ways to improve workplace safety.
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