“I wear rubber gloves ... And when I pick up more than two riders, I wear a mask.” How Uber and Lyft drivers are dealing with the coronavirus outbreak.
In its annual report on Monday, Uber said the coronavirus could be a risk to its business if fewer people decide to take rides during an outbreak. Uber and Lyft have both communicated with drivers on how to stay healthy.
Both companies said they are closely monitoring the spread of the coronavirus and have established internal task forces that are keeping in contact with public health organizations. A Lyft spokesperson added that “there is no indication of a unique risk to members of the Lyft community.” “Cafeteria workers, janitors, security officers, shuttle drivers, and people working in the gig economy frequently interact with large numbers of people in the course of their jobs," the group wrote on Twitter. “It is critical that companies partner with workers and unions to mitigate risks and protect public health.”
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