McDonald’s Philippines plans to close off playplaces and ban common customer areas under its health safety protocols once dine-in operations are allowed.
Golden Arches Development Corp., the master franchisee of McDonald’s in the Philippines, has presented its protocols to the Trade department. Dine-in operations are not yet allowed under the general community quarantine.
The company said in a press release on Monday that its stores will have a “no mask, no entry policy,” and will check customer temperatures at the entrance through its one-door policy.
Common areas for water dispensers, gravy refill, and reusable utensils will not be allowed.
The Trade department on Sunday released guidelines on dine-in operations, banning buffet and self-service stations and prescribing sanitation and furniture distancing measures.
McDonald’s will provide cashless transaction methods and trays for cash payment, as well as hand and footwear sanitation. The crew will serve orders to customers at their tables to avoid crowding.
Employees will undergo daily health checks, and will be given additional protective equipment like gloves and face masks as well as vitamins and sanitizers. All store areas, including the kitchen and the crew and manager’s room will have physical distancing measures.
“McDonald’s has always been strict and committed when it comes to quality, safety and cleanliness. This has always been part of our DNA. We have global standards and protocols when it comes to food safety and quality from sourcing to serving, sanitation of our stores, and most importantly, safety of people — our own employees, and customers,” McDonald’s Philippines President and Chief Executive Officer Kenneth S. Yang said. — Jenina P. Ibañez
