Riverwind Casino at the edge of Norman has “significantly enhanced our cleaning and disinfecting, particularly in heavy traffic areas of our property.” In addition, the facilities “undergo thorough cleaning daily to protect against transmission of communicable disease, including the coronavirus.”
The 21c Museum Hotel in downtown Oklahoma City closed March 11 for a “deep clean” because the two Utah Jazz players who tested positive for the coronavirus were among its overnight guests March 10.
Office Depot advised its employees to “follow public health authorities’ guidance regarding hygiene and personal travel,” has limited business travel, and encourages its employees to “leverage technology to hold business meetings whenever possible,” CEO Gerry Smith reported.
Google parent Alphabet asked all of its North America staff to work remotely until April 10 to help limit the spread of the coronavirus, CNN reported.
Walmart deployed an emergency leave policy for its associates after a Kentucky employee tested positive. The moves are the latest in a series of efforts by businesses scrambling to change their policies on everything from working from home to business travel amid the outbreak. Some companies are offering sick leave for the first time, while others have sent employees home for the foreseeable future.
Even PetSmart stepped into the issue. Which is somewhat comforting, because a dog in Hong Kong tested positive for the coronavirus; there’s no indication the virus can spread from humans to dogs.
“We will continue to refer to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization and other public health agencies to determine the safest course of action for everyone who enters our stores,” the company announced March 11.
“We’re taking additional steps to keep pets and people safe in our grooming salons, PetsHotels and Doggie Day Camps. Our associates follow regular cleaning practices using a disinfectant formulated to kill coronavirus, among other germs.” Air filters will be replaced every week.
“Based on current guidance and our own standards and practices, we remain open for business and are committed to providing an outstanding experience for you and your pets.
“To date, there is no evidence that companion animals or pets can spread COVID-19 (per CDC guidance.)"