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Dis-Chem at BluBird Shopping Center, Johannesburg, has defended its decision to remain open after two of its employees tested positive for Covid-19.
A disgruntled customer, who asked to remain anonymous, complained to News24, saying the store was putting the lives of staff and customers at risk.
“I understand that anyone who has been very close to a Covid-19 positive person should take a 14-day quarantine period, especially when in close contact with customers, and especially elderly and sick people,” said the client.
Customers could be interacting with staff, who they may not know are positive, the customer added, saying it was understandable that workers feared losing their jobs if they didn’t return to work.
“They are putting customers and their staff at risk,” added the customer.
Earlier this month, the group confirmed that a staff member had tested positive at their BluBird store, but said they would reopen three days later, News24 reported.
He said that “all necessary protocols were implemented immediately” and added that the infected employee was sent home to isolate himself.
“The store closed today and a professional cleaning service, complete with personnel in hazardous materials suits, has been hired to thoroughly clean the entire store,” the company said.
Speaking to News24, Dis-Chem said two positive staff members were self-isolating, while those who tested negative returned to work.
“Positive employees will be re-evaluated to confirm negative results before returning to work,” the company said.
“The store does not have to remain closed and no staff has expressed concern.”
Earlier this month, Dis-Chem at Retail Park in Boksburg had to close its doors after 24 of its staff tested positive for Covid-19.
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