This column was submitted by Valarie M. Roberts, Kentucky’s Etiquette Lady.
As the spring sunshine draws you outdoors, and with outdoor activities being one of the only options left for communities because of COVID-19, I thought it would be a good time to brush up on the rules or etiquette of social distancing.
What is 6 feet?
Most dog leashes happen to be 6 feet long. Have a visual representation in your head of what the distance looks like. Keep your distance but say hello or give air hugs.
Don’t touch anything
Plan your day around returning home to use the restroom. Take your shoes off at the door and go straight to the sink to wash your hands for 20 seconds. Whether you are walking trails, neighborhoods, or going to the grocery, don’t forget to use Lysol on the bottom of your shoes. When on walks don’t touch railings, fences or trash cans.
Practice proper sneezing etiquette
Sneeze or cough into a tissue and wash your hands immediately. When a tissue is not available, sneeze or cough into your upper sleeve or inside of your elbow.
Do not spit
COVID-19 can be found and transmitted through spit.
Feel confident offering reminders
During an emergency, we all may forget about social distancing. Offer hand sanitizer, remind people of their distance to others and give other reminders to those who not following the recommended guidelines.
Now is a time for our community to unite.
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