The Government has reminded customers and retailers to follow the Covid rules on their essential shopping trips.
While trips to buy your milk and eggs is of course deemed essential in Level Five, a reminder was issued on Wednesday to make sure that people are following the guidelines.
Government spokesperson Liz Canavan said this morning: "While visits to supermarkets are essential, it is important that retailers and customers remember to stick to all of the measures that have served us so well through the pandemic.
"Mask wearing, keeping physical distance, using the hand sanitiser, avoiding crowds - all apply in the shops and supermarkets.
"If you own or manage a supermarket or shop remember to keep a close watch on the capacity of your store to minimise the numbers inside at any one time – ensure staff are wearing face coverings and wearing them correctly."
The following guidelines are listed on the HSE's website for safe shopping;
How to shop safely during Covid-19
When shopping
- Use the sanitiser provided for your hands and trolley or basket.
- Remember to avoid touching your face.
- Wear a face covering if you are over 13 years old - but you do not have to wear one if you have an illness or impairment that would make wearing a face covering uncomfortable.
- If you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve.
- Follow social distancing guidelines - keep 2 metres distance between yourself and others in queues and while shopping.
- Pay by card instead of cash - contactless payment may reduce the risk of infection. If you use cash, the risk is low, particularly if you clean your hands regularly after handling cash.
After shopping
- Wash your hands properly.
- Put away your shopping.
- Wash your hands again.
