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In times of pandemic do the shopping safely is very important, for this you need some special attention when going to the shops.
Especially with regards to the hygiene of shopping trolleys and baskets, which are used by many people over the course of a day and where their hands are placed for a long time, consequently objects at risk for contagion. The advice is to use sanitizing wipes to clean the surfaces where your hands rest, or disinfectant gels or sprays. On the market there are the most disparate types. For added security it is malleable to do so either before to proceed with the purchases that after, to ensure cleanliness even for subsequent users.
A good rule is to use i gloves to go shopping, also in this case to be more sure of the sanitization it is good to use the gel anyway, especially as soon as they are put on and, subsequently, when you go to the cashier to pay having to handle cash or cards. Of course, even without gloves it is necessary clean your hands with the special sanitizing gel or spray when needed, starting immediately after cleaning the trolley or shopping basket handles. Right at the entrance to the shops there are special gels and sprays available to customers to sanitize both incoming and outgoing, also useful for cleaning the handles.
And if sanitation devices are provided in every shop, it is also true that if you bring personal ones it becomes easier to clean hands and surfaces if necessary during purchases.
In addition to disinfecting hands, trolleys and trash can, it is also important follow the rules provided for in public establishments, in particular those that involve the use of masks and distancing with other users and staff. Among the suggestions is not to touch the foods that you do not intend to buy, to have a shopping list to have clear ideas and to avoid spending more time inside the store than necessary. Wear disposable gloves, where required, even over those that (eventually) are worn.
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