For Grocery Workers, Covid-19 Threat Means Bring Your Own Mask

Publix Super Markets Inc. is the latest grocery-store chain to allow cashiers and stocking clerks to wear masks and gloves on the job, while continuing to tell employees that there are better ways to stay safe at work during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Florida-based grocer this week joined Walmart Inc., Kroger Co., Albertsons Companies Inc., H-E-B, Giant, and Trader Joe’s when it began posting notices at stores informing employees that they can bring their own protective gloves and masks to work. Publix said it will offer some gloves for workers but, like other national grocery chains, won’t ...