Daijiworld Media Network- Mumbai (AJD)

Mumbai, Oct 4: Maharashtra government has allowed hotels, food courts, restaurants and bars to reopen from October 5 with a 50 per cent capacity. The reopening programme is called 'Mission Begin Again'.

On Saturday, the Directorate of Tourism (Maharashtra) issued Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) for bars and restaurants outside containment zones. Bars and restaurants have been shut since March.

Key points from the general protocol that bars and restaurants are:

• Only asymptotic customers shall be allowed. People with a temperature over 38.0 C (100.4 F) and/or flu-like symptoms shall not be permitted inside the premises.
• Social distancing must be followed while waiting for or offering service
• CCTVC cameras at the accommodation unit must be fully functional.
• The layout of bars and restaurants must allow for a minimum of one metre distance between tables.
• Disposable menus to be used.
• Valet service, if available, will have to be done with staff wearing face covers/masks and gloves as appropriate.
• Buffet service is not permitted.
• Guests are encouraged to make prior reservations.
• If a member of the staff reports respiratory symptoms, he/she must immediately stop work and seek medical assistance.