Measures brought in to keep pubs safe post-lockdown include special members of staff whose job it is to clean ‘touch points’ throughout the pubs, as well as screens on tables and at tills, hand sanitiser points and tables and seating separated according to the social distances advised. The chain, which drew criticism over its treatment of staff at the start of lockdown, boasted that it had spent £11m on making its pubs safe during the pandemic. Here’s what some of the social distancing measures in place will look like in The Bankers Draft in Sheffield city centre.
5. Hand sanitiser to use at the entrance.
There will be a large number of hand sanitiser stations placed around the pub for staff and customers. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
6. Protective screens have been installed.
Where tables cannot be placed two metres apart, a screen will be in place to protect people. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
7. Markings at the bar.
Customers will be allowed to queue at the bar but their will be a limit on how many and customers must keep their distance with markings on the floor to help. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
8. Protective screens installed at the bar.
Screens have also been installed at the bar to keep staff and customers safe. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells