Blocking Aisles: Avoid leaving your cart in the middle of an aisle or standing in a way that blocks others from passing. Always try to be aware of your surroundings and move aside for others.
Handling Produce Excessively: It's understandable to check fruits and vegetables for ripeness, but excessively squeezing, prodding, or handling produce can damage it and spread germs.
Cutting in Line: Always wait your turn at the checkout. Cutting in line is disrespectful to other shoppers who have been waiting.
Talking Loudly on Your Phone: Conversations, especially loud ones, can be disruptive in a quiet store environment. If you need to take a call, try to keep your voice down.
Leaving Perishables Out of Place: If you decide not to buy a perishable item like meat or dairy, return it to its appropriate place. Leaving it elsewhere can cause it to spoil and is wasteful.
Ignoring Social Distancing Norms: Depending on local guidelines and store policies, maintaining a respectful distance from others is important, especially in times of health concerns.
Being Rude to Employees: Always treat store employees with respect. They are there to help you, and any frustration you have should not be taken out on them.
Opening and Consuming Products Before Paying: It's considered rude and sometimes against store policy to consume products before you've purchased them.
Leaving Trash in Carts or Shelves: Dispose of any trash, like shopping lists or used tissues, in a garbage bin instead of leaving it in carts or on shelves.
Not Controlling Children: If shopping with children, it's important to keep them under control. Kids running around or causing a commotion can be disruptive and potentially dangerous in a busy store.