Grocery Store Chains Still Need Masks For Workers

The video discusses the challenges faced by grocery store workers in obtaining personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the struggles of major grocery chains like Kroger and Walmart in securing masks for their employees due to a nationwide shortage. The video also covers the increase in job postings for grocery clerks and the demands from the United Food and Commercial Workers Union to classify grocery workers as first responders. The union seeks CDC guidance to mandate mask usage for grocery staff to protect both employees and customers.

What was one of the main challenges faced by grocery workers during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Lack of training

• Increased product prices

• Shortage of personal protective equipment

• Reduced working hours

Which company was still waiting for more shipments of masks due to supplier prioritization?

• Harris Teeter

• Walmart

• Trader Joe's

• Kroger

Which grocery chain mentioned having enough masks for all its employees?

• Wegmans

• Trader Joe's

• Kroger

• Walmart

What percentage increase in job postings for grocery clerks was observed in the past month?

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

• 60%

What classification does the Food Workers Union want for grocery workers to help them get more protective equipment?

• Essential workers

• Healthcare workers

• First responders

• Public servants