Store Reopenings Begin in Some States
State and local officials in some areas are allowing non-essential retail, including sporting goods and mall footwear and apparel stores, to reopen, but often with restrictions on occupancy or other requirements depending on the region. Retailers’ playbooks are broadly similar in most cases, prescribing social distancing for customers and in some cases masks where required by local rules, though there have been cases of civil disobedience and even violence by shoppers who refuse to wear them. Stepped-up protections for store staff are also common, including masks, gloves, anti-viral sanitizer and enhanced cleaning. Some retailers have installed plexiglass in checkout areas ... Log in to view full article.