Aldi introduces new safety measures
TWO days after being contacted by this newspaper about concerns raised by one its shoppers about safety measures in-store to protect customers and staff, Aldi New Ross introduced protective screens at the check outs.
A phased entry system that is strictly managed has been rolled out across all Aldi stores, where required. Under this system, clear markings have been put in place showing the space customers must maintain when queuing to enter.
Meanwhile, clear protective screens are being installed at every till across Aldi’s 142 stores, including in New Ross.
An Aldi spokesperson said: ‘Customers will already find these screens at many stores, with roll-out across Aldi’s entire store network.’
Previous measures Aldi has taken include:
– Slightly shorter opening hours (now 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. nationwide) to help support staff who have been working tirelessly, also ensuring stores are at their best every day.
– Priority shopping hours for carers of the elderly and those must vulnerable between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily, with other shoppers encouraged to refrain from visiting stores during these times.
– In-store social distancing measures comprise posters, clear markings on the floor for queuing at checkouts and a self-service cleaning station upon entry for cleaning both trolleys and baskets. There’s also a request that customers are mindful of social distancing in-store and use card payments where possible.