Tesco is introducing new rules for shoppers at all of its stores

Tesco has announced further measures to be put in place across the supermarket chain to keep staff and shoppers safe.

Supermarkets, including Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons as well as Tesco, all have their own rules and guidelines that must be followed when shopping in store throughout the pandemic.

With new measures expected to be announced today, Tesco has revealed an updated list of rules to ensure the safety of staff and shoppers.

The new updates have been listed on the Tesco website, the message reads: “To make sure we’re doing everything possible to reduce the risk of infection for our customers and colleagues, we’ll be introducing new social distancing measures in our stores soon.”

The updated rules, according to Liverpool Echo: 

• Staff at the entrances of larger stores to remind customers about the safety measures in place, including the legal requirement to wear a face covering.
• Where necessary, Tesco will limit the flow of people coming into stores to make sure they don’t get too busy.
• Hand sanitisers are being placed around stores for customers and colleagues to use, as well as extra cleaning products to wipe down your trolley or basket.
• In some stores, Tesco will introduce directional floor markings and new signs to create a safe flow of movement around the store.
• New floor markings will help you to keep a safe distance from others while waiting to pay.
• Tesco is installing protective screens at its checkouts.
• Where possible, it will create separate entrances and exits to its stores, so it’s easier to keep a safe distance from other shoppers.
• Tesco is encouraging customers to shop on their own to help reduce the number of people in-store at any one time.
• If possible, use card or contactless payments.
• Please avoid shopping during Tesco’s dedicated times for vulnerable and elderly people.