Gov. Bill Lee said Friday that restaurants may open Monday, April 27, but with guidelines the establishments should follow, per his new Tennessee Pledge.
They include:
Protecting Employees
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Wear face coverings and gloves
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Report any symptoms of illness to supervisor
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Follow daily sanitation protocols
Protecting Customers
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Limit occupancy to 50% of seating capacity
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Space tables 6 feet apart
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Limit seating to 6 per table
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Use social distancing standards in waiting areas
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Keep bar areas closed
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No live music
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Screen customers with basic questions about COVID 19
symptoms
Lee said retailers may open Wednesday, April 29, with many of the same guidelines, including operating at 50 percent occupancy. The state recommends that employees in both industries wear cloth face coverings and that business owners follow federal guidelines for hygiene and workplace sanitation standards related to the pandemic. The full guidance offered by the state for both sectors can be found here.