Irene Village Mall | COVID-19 Press Release
Irene Village Mall value the health and safety of our community. For as long as it is prudent and permissible, Irene Village Mall remains open and operational so that our retailers can serve the community during this unprecedented time. The Mall continues to support our shopper community by ensuring that critical products and services are available to those who need them.
The well-being of tenants, shoppers and employees are of paramount importance and to that effect management is closely monitoring the development of the COVID-19 situation; management has taken the necessary precautionary measures in accordance with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the relevant South African and local health authorities. Irene Village Mall endeavours to stay abreast of all new developments to keep our shopper community informed at all times.
Providing a safe environment, as we remain open, is our first priority. We have taken heed of all recommended precautions and best practise. The cleaning of the mall’s common areas is effected more regularly and rigorously, using the prescribed alcohol-based disinfectants. Additional measures are in place as follows:
- A1 and A4 posters to be flighted in-centre
- Social Media postings containing relevant information
- We have procured 2,500 promotional hand sanitizers that will be handed out within the coming weeks, specifically focussing on our higher risk clientele
- Additional cleaning staff have been secured
- An additional cleaning team comprising of 2 people have been brought on The team of 2 will be dedicated to our ‘high touch’ areas only and will ensure that these points are sanitised and disinfected regularly throughout the day
- Taxi support has been offered in order to maximise awareness and reduce exposure. Identified taxis have been given a 750ml bottle of sanitizer as well as an information pack for public They have also received 2 refill coupons allowing them to redeem the coupons and have their sanitizers refilled
Over and above these added safety measures, we urge shoppers to follow the prescribed hygiene guidelines such as washing your hands thoroughly and regularly, avoiding physical contact such as shaking hands, refraining from touching your face, coughing/sneezing into your elbow, to name but a few.
Stay informed – In South Africa the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (http://www.nicd.ac.za/) provides regular updates on the COVID-19 situation in South Africa or via The Department of Health’s Support WhatsApp on 060 012 3456. Store the number on your phone and send a WhatsApp saying “Hi” to activate. If you display signs or symptoms of the virus, call the Covid19 Hotline: 0800 029 999.
Our thoughts are with those impacted.
Irene Village Mall Centre Management
Cnr of Nellmapius Drive & Van Ryneveld Avenue, Irene, 0062
012 662 4446 | info@irenevillagemall.co.za | www.irenevillagemall.co.za