WOOLWORTHS has announced protective plexiglass screens will be installed at manned checkouts at stores across the country to combat the coronavirus crisis.
The supermarket said all stores can expect to see the system in place in the coming weeks.
Claire Peters, Woolworths Supermarkets managing director said, it was another important step in keeping the community safe.
“Our stores remain open and we will continue to stand by the Australian community through this health crisis,” she said.
“As our team members continue providing for the community, we will do everything necessary to uphold public health and safety in our stores.
“We know it’s not always easy to maintain social distancing at our checkouts, so we’ve started installing plexiglass screens as an additional safeguard for our team members and customers.
We thank our customers for their understanding as we work through these challenging times together.”
The decision comes after Woolworths announced social distancing measures in their respective stores.
Customers are being encouraged to use trolleys as a distancing guide while shopping.
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