It is important to follow hygiene rules when eating out at this time of the epidemic.
Today is 1st day of 2021.Even I would go to a restaurant with my family.But it is important to remember some things for our own safety purpose
It is a long time ago that restaurants have opened their doors after the lockdown. Many restaurants in the capital are overflowing these days. Numerous employees have to go to restaurants every day for lunch in the office neighborhood.
Although these images often portray the situation as normal, the coronavirus is still strong.
So the risk of going to a restaurant and what to do to reduce it is based on a report from a health website.
What is the risk outside the house?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a person infected with corona is twice as likely to go to a restaurant before being infected. That means eating out is still very risky.
According to experts, going out for shopping and eating outdoors is more risky than air travel. Even if the mask, sanitizer, social distance are all properly observed, the risk of coronavirus infection is higher when eating in a restaurant. That's why restaurants have been shut down in areas where the virus is most prevalent.
The way coronavirus is transmitted from eating in restaurants
It is always possible to wear a mask when shopping or going for a walk. But if you want to eat in a restaurant, you have to take off your mask. This is where the risk of contracting the virus multiplies.
Restaurant staff wear masks properly, but other guests sitting around you who are eating also have to keep the masks open. And in the closed environment of the restaurant, the ‘droplets’ emitted by you and other guests can infect each other. In addition, these droplets will float in the air for a long time, fall on tables, utensils, facial tissues, etc. from which the coronavirus can be easily infected.
Concerns are more about an infected person who has no symptoms
The number of 'asymmetrical' people who are healthy even after being infected with the virus is about 40 to 50 percent of the total number of infected people, experts claim. Although they themselves are not in any discomfort, the virus is constantly spreading among many people through these infected people. By speaking a little louder, these people can spread the virus among a healthy person without their knowledge.
Experts also claim that a person infected with a coronavirus has the highest risk of spreading the virus two to three days before the onset of symptoms of covid-19. In medical terms, they call it 'pre-symptomatic'. So when you go out of the house, everyone in the neighborhood should be considered as a risk of possible infection.
The number of seats in the restaurant
The higher the number of restaurant seats and guests, the higher the risk of infection. At the same time, the ‘ventilation’ or lighting and ventilation system of the restaurant should also be taken into consideration.
The risk of contracting the virus is always higher in air-conditioned closed restaurants. The virus can stay in the air for a long time if the air flow is low. And your own awareness has to be tough. Neglecting hygiene is one of the biggest risks. And if the crowds are high, it will be difficult to maintain social distance, which will increase the risk of infection.
Indoor seating vs. outdoor seating
If the restaurant has 'outdoor seating', it will always provide some extra security. However, even if you take ‘outdoor seating’, you should not forget about maintaining social distance. Sitting outside will slightly reduce the risk of infection due to airflow.
Restaurant utensils, utensils, toilets, furniture are all used by all guests. And it would be foolish to assume that everything except the dishes will be disinfected after each use. So be careful about sharing this as much as possible. Masks should be worn all the time except during meals.
Things to do to reduce risk
No matter what the risk, eating out cannot be completely avoided. So you have to take some measures for your own safety.
- Door handles, chairs, tables, bill folders, menus, etc., which are often touched, it is better to touch as little as possible.
- Always wear a mask except during meals.
- Hands should be washed with soap before and after eating.
- Choose a time when the crowd is less to go to the restaurant. If you see more crowds, choose another restaurant.
- Disinfect utensils and other utensils by yourself before use.
However, it is best not to go to a restaurant unless you are absolutely helpless. Even if you feel a little sick, you should stay at home. And if you don't feel comfortable going somewhere, it is better to leave quickly. Because the issue of peace of mind must be kept in mind during this epidemic.
