Walmart now requires that employees wear masks; mandates vaccines for higher positions
The increase in COVID-19 cases has led Walmart to make some changes when it comes to its coronavirus policies for customers and employees.
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Aug 2, 2021, 9:36 AM
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Updated 996 days ago
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239ds agoThe increase in COVID-19
cases has led Walmart to make some changes when it comes to its coronavirus
policies for customers and employees.
In areas with substantial or high risk of COVID-19
transmission, customers are encouraged to wear masks inside the store. Workers
are required to wear masks.
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All of Walmart’s corporate staff members and regional managers also need
to be fully vaccinated by Oct. 4. It’s not a requirement for store employees,
but if they do get the vaccine, they'll get a $150 incentive.
