Delivery service firms across the nation are implementing a raft of measures to mitigate the risk of infections amid the coronavirus scare as customers grow increasingly concerned that face-to-face package transfers may leave them prone to infection.
The delivery industry¡¯s apparent high-risk nature was highlighted by Sagawa Express Co.¡¯s announcement Monday that one of its drivers ¡ª a male employee in his 60s working in the Nagoya area ¡ª tested positive Sunday night for COVID-19. The firm said it is investigating customers who may have come into ¡°close contact¡± with him so appropriate steps can be taken.
Delivery giant Yamato Transport Co. said last week that amid the rapid spread of the virus nationwide, it will temporarily introduce a drop-off system that allows customers the option of receiving a package without coming into the proximity of drivers.
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