Are waiters at Mississippi restaurants supposed to be wearing masks during COVID-19?
Restaurant workers in Mississippi are supposed to be wearing masks to prevent the spread of coronavirus under an executive order issued by Gov. Tate Reeves.
The order that went into effect on May 11 says restaurant employees who come into contact with customers will be required to use a face covering.
“Appropriate (personal protective equipment) shall be worn by all employees based on their duties and responsibilities and in adherence to state and local regulations and guidelines,” the order says. “Every employee who comes into direct contact with customers shall be provided a cloth mask and required to wear that mask while on duty.”
The governor says that it’s up to local law enforcement to enforce the order, which also expects restaurants to practice daily screening of employees for COVID-19 symptoms.
Restaurants are currently limited to 50 percent of their normal capacity with six feet of separation between each group whether dining indoor or outdoor.
Reeves’ Safe Return order is set to expire at 8 a.m. on June 29.
This story was originally published June 23, 2020 at 4:42 PM.
