5 Tips to Pack & Move Safely During COVID-19

The Coronavirus pandemic is unlike anything our generation has seen until now. Not only has it affected people on a global scale, but also shook up everything that came in its way from education to jobs to businesses, and most importantly – our normal way of life.

We at original agarwal packer mover are determined to make the post-lockdown reality safer and hassle-free for you. Our passion for serving humanity has made us stand alongside the ‘Corona Warriors’ who have been tirelessly fighting this pandemic for months now.This is our contribution to the nation’s fight against COVID-19.

As we’re all adjusting to the ‘new normal’ during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important that you follow recommended guidelines on social distancing, regularly washing your hands, using sanitizer and ensuring you find a reliable and trustworthy moving company.

Tip #1: 

Stock Up on Hygiene Product & make social distancing

 You’ll need a good stock of wipes as well to disinfect all the surfaces you touch, including the doorknobs, handles and counters.

• Hand sanitizers (at least 60% alcohol);
• Soap & Water;
• Sanitizing sprays;
• Disinfectants;
• Face masks;
• Gloves;
• Thermometer gun;
• Disposable hand towels & tissues;

 It’s also important to not only ensure our own safety but also the safety of others by maintaining a safe distance of 6-feet when we step out of our homes and while interacting with outsiders.

Tip #2

Wash Hands Regularly

Since the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is on the rise, it’s important to know that you can be infected by the virus through your eyes, nose, or ears even if you’ve washed your hands. It’s important to avoid touching your face at all costs

If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer (with at least 60% alcohol) until you can wash your hands. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers can quickly reduce the number of germs on hands in some situations. However, hand sanitizers do not eliminate all types of germs, such as norovirus and Clostridioides difficile and unlike handwashing, they are not effective when hands are visibly dirty or greasy.

Tip #3

Find Out Which Zone Your Current and New Locality Falls In

It’s important to check the current status of the containment zones in both the localities, especially because most parts of the country are opening up, and cases are increasing. Ensure that your current place of residence as well as the one you will be moving into is neither inside, nor close by to a containment zone. It would be best to postpone your move if either of your places fall in a red/orange zone.

Find out the rules and regulations for moving in and out of your apartment society, like timings, number of people allowed entry, etc.

Tip #4

Allow Only single Person Manage the Entire Move

With the current pandemic, it’s critically important to learn how to support our community while keeping everyone safe. Since the main reason for virus spread is physical contact, being aware of one’s potential exposure is essential. To settle during this time, make sure that only 1 person from your family will coordinate your relocation to avoid unnecessary interactions. 

Tip #5: Limit Exposure of Kids and Elderly

suggestions:Movers are working in close contact. Some movers may be healthy, but they may have the virus. So, The movers are likely to have been in contact with other people from across the country and may carry the virus on their clothes or shoes. The highest level of precaution should be taken for kids (below 10 years) and elderly people (aged above 60), who are most prone to the virus because of their weak immune systems. So, make sure they are either sent away to a relative’s or friend’s place to limit their exposure when movers arrive on moving day, or let them stay in a separate room, away from the place of action.

A senior having to move at a time like this is especially problematic because today’s requirements for social distancing make organizing a move or downsize difficult. In addition, the prospect of packing up belongings and dealing with any sort of repair work on their home is daunting to understand.