During these uncertain times, it’s good to know that your mail is safe to handle.
Current Centers for disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) indicate the of risks of transmitting the virus from a package is very low. It’s reassuring to remember that packages and envelopes usually ship over a period of days or weeks and it’s not likely that the virus would survive on your mail if exposed. Below are some tips you can use if you still feel uneasy.
Some safety tips for handling packages and mail upon drop-off.
() Leave the package outside for a few hours and/or spray with disinfectant before handling.
() Dispose of all outer packaging immediately.
() Wash your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds or more.
Postal offices still continue to provide service to customers nation wide.
() Customers can request a temporary hold of their mail for up to 30 days.
() Mail on the delivery route of a closed business will be held for 10 days under current policies.
() Post office will also limit the number of customers in the building to 10.
Ultimately, while there is a very small chance for the virus to be spread via packages or mail carriers. It’s best to follow the CDC’s general advice for protecting yourself and wash your hands thoroughly.
If you would like to know more about what the Postal Services are doing to protect you and your mail, Call RBI Systems today! We can even help you or your business get started on a direct mail campaign.