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Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby
I don't think any of these businesses that have a large customer base can enforce mandatory masks. Small businesses like the optometrist, boutique, or a dog groomer - they have more of a chance for personal interactions between management and customers. It's a more intimate setting and less likely you'll get some crackpot who decides to shoot the security guard because he wants to come in without a mask (yes, that has already happened).
Even in small businesses, it's risky to mandate it (do a google search on "Karen dentist mask").
The best anyone can really expect is for employees to set the example, to REMIND customers that masks are strongly encouraged, pointing out where they can buy the masks right in the store for the next time they come in, and reminding the customers that they're going down the wrong way on a one-way aisle.
As an employee, I'm not interested in playing mask or aisle police. But I have no problem reminding them that complying with the guidelines is appreciated and encouraged, and thanking my customers who DO comply.
And if you see any actual Karens (not just people who don't comply but people who make a HUGE deal about their refusal to comply) - there's always cell phone cameras and twitter.
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Costco mandated masks several weeks ago and they have had great compliance. I really do wish our grocery stores would mandate masks. Will keep out the anti maskers so they can go shop elsewhere. They are not doing their part to slow the spread of this virus and I would prefer not to have to plead with them to do something that is for the good of humanity and their fellow citizens.
Confrontations will be eliminated if the anti maskers are aware of what is expected of them before they arrive at the store. They can go elsewhere where there is no mandate for mask wearing. I don't see any confrontations at doctor's offices or any medical facilities for that matter and they surely mandate mask wearing. Mandates are what is needed to keep the anti maskers out of indoor buildings.
Slow the spread. Wear masks INDOORS when social distancing is not guaranteed. Everyone should do their part!
PS.....GREAT to have you back OBB!