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Uber drivers must wear a mask before starting work. Passengers must also wear a mask during the trip, but not everyone meets this requirement.
This problem has led Uber developers to introduce a new functionality in the US and Canadian markets, the face scanner. Starting in late September, passengers who have previously violated the requirement to wear a mask will be required to identify themselves with the app and thus demonstrate that they are wearing a mask.
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Drivers who have not worn a mask during the trip can be notified by drivers. It is these customers who will need to use a facial scanner before the next trip, once the innovation takes effect.
Uber representatives report that the scanner will identify if the user is using an object that covers the face and nose. It is true that the company emphasizes that this function will not use facial recognition technology.
On May 18, Uber announced a “No Mask, No Ride” policy for both drivers and passengers, and extended it indefinitely due to the pandemic.
Both drivers and passengers can cancel a trip if they report that the other side is not wearing a mask.
Will not apply in Lithuania – does not disclose
This innovation is reported to be introduced initially in the United States and Canada, and then in other markets, such as Latin America.
15 minutes Uber representatives asked if this innovation could be implemented in Lithuania as well, but the company moved away from direct response and limited itself to making a nondisclosure comment.
Uber Press Office 15 minutes In a posted comment, he writes that innovations in other markets are analyzed, reactions and experiences of other divisions are evaluated, and the laws of each country are taken into account.
“The company’s innovations are designed to protect drivers, couriers and passengers. We are successfully implementing new technology solutions in other markets, while also analyzing our opportunities, as well as the reactions of the merged company Uber,” said the comment sent.
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The company added that Uber operates in accordance with local laws.
Since March this year, Uber has acquired nearly 30 million. masks and protective shields. 1.4 million have been distributed free of charge to drivers and couriers around the world. protective masks. The distribution of masks is planned at least until the end of 2020.
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