Walmarts across the United States will begin taking their employees temperatures as they report to work.
According to Walmart's Corporate website, if any associate in their stores, clubs or facilities has a temperature of 100 degrees, they will be paid for reporting to work and then asked to go home and seek medical attention if necessary.
This is in an effort to decrease the spread of COVID-19.
Employees will not be able to return to work until they are fever free for at least 3 days.
The Corporate Office is in the process of sending infrared thermometers to all its' locations.
Supplies permitting, Walmart will also make available masks and gloves for associates who choose to wear them.
The masks should arrive in stores in 1 to 2 weeks. They are not N95 masks, but they are high quality. Walmart's Corporate website says the N95's "should be reserved for at-risk healthcare workers."
As the situation evolves, Walmart continues to consult with health officials and experts as the health of employees, customers and members are priority.
To read how Walmart is responding to COVID-19, CLICK HERE.
