Costco said it is allowing first responders and healthcare workers priority admittance into its warehouses.
The firm recently started limiting the number of customers in each store, leading to potentially long lines.
“Healthcare workers and first responders who present a Costco membership card and official identification of their role, will be allowed to move to the front of any line to enter the warehouse,” according to the statement.
Kroger and Walmart have also begun using one-way aisles to encourage physical distancing.
Costco also said it will not accept returns on specific items such as toilet paper, bottled water, sanitizing items, paper towels, rice, and disinfecting spray.
“Costco has temporarily updated our shopping policy. This change is for your safety and the safety of our employees and other members, and to further assist with our social distancing efforts. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding,” it said on its website, adding that it will allow no more than two people to enter the warehouse with each membership card.
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