Tips on Running Essential Errands - Vol. 2
Date Posted: 05/18/2020
Shopping for food and other household essentials
- Stay home if sick - Avoid shopping if you are sick or have symptoms of COVID-19.
- Order online or use curbside pickup - Order food and other home items online for delivery or curbside pickup (if possible).
- Protect yourself while shopping - Wear a face mask, keep 6' between you and other shoppers, don't touch your face.
- Use hand sanitizer - After leaving the store, use hand sanitizer.
- At home - When you get home, wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Getting Gasoline
- Use disinfecting wipes on handles and buttons before you use them(if possible).
- Use hand sanitizer when you are done fueling.
- Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when you get home.
Getting the mail, accepting deliveries and takeout orders
- Limit in-person contact if possible.
- Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer after accepting deliveries or collecting mail.
Banking
- Use the drive-through ATM if one is available - Clean the ATM keyboard with a disinfecting wipe before you use it.
- Use hand sanitizer when you are done with your transaction.
- Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when you get home.
For more information on staying safe during the COVID-19 health crisis, please visit CDC.gov
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