RESTAURANT: DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR INFECTION CONTROL. HE N D E R S ON IN SIG HTS | COVID-19 SERI ES
Due to COVID-19, the restaurant industry has endured significant losses, including loss of jobs, sales, and in extreme cases, total loss of business. But despite these losses, the industry continues to overcome challenges, implementing unique solutions like contactless food delivery to keep business afloat. When it’s safe for restaurants to reopen their doors, it will be critical to ensure that customers feel safe during their dining experience. To help restaurants adhere to local requirements regarding social distancing and infection control protocols, we can provide design strategies that will help control any potential spread of infection.
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SURFACES
BIOAEROSOL TRANSMISSION
SURFACE CONTACT TRANSMISSION
▪ Close off show cooking from dining areas
▪ Increase surface cleaning
- Separate HVAC for kitchen from other areas - Dining to kitchen transfer fans with air treatment if required
- NRN and NRA have published guidelines ▪ Touchless pick-up window technology
▪ UV lights in HVAC equipment or ductwork
▪ Touchless payment, door operation, and plumbing fixtures
▪ Portable Hepa or UV
▪ Dining room hand washing stations
▪ Upper air UV lights
▪ Remove cloth seats
▪ UV at pass thru windows ▪ Add thermal cameras at entry points
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