Maintain Distance to Avoid Getting Infected with the Corona Covid-19 Virus, Do These Tips When Shopping, Traveling, and Working in the Office

Kapanlagi.com - Until now, the spread of the corona covid-19 virus is still ongoing. Various efforts have been made to stop this respiratory system attacking virus. Starting from social distancing to lockdown. Actually, lockdown and social distancing have the same principle, which is maintaining distance from others.

But, is it true that the transmission of the corona covid-19 virus can be reduced only by maintaining distance? If so, then how much distance should be maintained? How can we maintain distance when we have to interact with others every day?

Here is a review related to maintaining distance to answer these questions.

1. The Importance of Maintaining Distance

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Maintaining distance can indeed be the key to breaking the chain of transmission of the corona covid-19 virus. This is because, as we know, this virus spreads quickly and widely because it is transmitted through droplets or splashes of water from the mouth and nose of infected people.

According to merdeka.com, the Head of the Pinere Team (Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases) at RSU dr. Soetomo, Dr. Soedarsono, said that the droplets of the corona covid-19 virus can reach 1 meter. However, according to the latest information from WHO, social distancing should be done within a distance of 1-3 meters. This means that maintaining a distance of at least 1 meter from others is recommended.

By maintaining distance from others, it automatically reduces the possibility of contracting the corona covid-19 virus. Maintaining distance will be more effective if done in various ways, such as self-isolation or reducing activities outside the home.

However, in certain situations, we may need to meet other people, such as for shopping, using public transportation, or even when we have to work in the office. In such cases, we must be clever in strategizing to maintain distance and stay safe from the threat of the corona covid-19 virus.

2. Keep Distance While Shopping

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Although you have provided various needs when going to undergo self-quarantine at home, sometimes there will still be urgent needs that must be purchased. In addition, there will also be times when the stock of necessities such as food will run out, so you will need to go out to buy those needs.

So, how do we maintain distance when in a shopping center with many people? Here are some tips for maintaining distance while shopping:

1. Take items that are not crowded

Avoid taking items that are being crowded. If the items you want to buy are located in a crowd, take other items first. Then, come back when the place is empty.

2. Maintain distance while queuing at the cashier

When you are about to pay at the cashier, wait until the queue is not too long or crowded. After that, queue while keeping a distance of 1-2 meters from the person standing in front and behind the queue.

3. Go to the toilet when it is quiet

If you want to go to the toilet while shopping, it is good to first check whether the toilet is busy or quiet. It is better to go to the toilet when it is quiet.

3. Maintain Distance in Public Transportation

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Public transportation is a place where we are likely to come into contact with many people. However, there is no need to worry, there are also some tips for you to still be able to maintain distance when using public transportation:

1. Choose an empty seat

The first tip, when boarding a vehicle, choose a seat or place that is still empty. Sit in a seat next to an empty one. That empty seat will then serve as a distance from others.

2. Limit going to the toilet

If you are on long-distance transportation such as trains, buses, planes, or ships, it is best to limit your movement. This includes going to the toilet. This is to maintain a distance from other passengers.

4. Maintain Distance in the Office

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Although the government has recommended working from home, there are still some jobs that require employees to work in the office. However, in the office, individuals will be relatively close to others. Don't worry, here are some tips to maintain distance while in the office:

1. Avoid using the elevator

If your office is located in a multi-story building, it is better to avoid using the elevator. Because in the elevator, there is a high possibility of being crowded with others.

It is better to use the stairs. However, make sure the stairs are not crowded when you pass by.

2. Utilize Social Media for Communication

While in the office, it is good to use social media to communicate with colleagues. This will minimize the risk of droplets that can transmit the coronavirus covid-19.

3. Bring personal belongings

During the pandemic of the coronavirus covid-19, it is advisable to bring personal belongings such as tissues and personal worship tools. This will be very useful in limiting your interaction with others.

That's the importance of maintaining distance, as well as tips that you can do to keep your distance in various situations such as shopping, using public transportation, and working in the office. So, there is no excuse to not maintain distance in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus covid-19.

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