Safety Protocols
Food Services has adapted its operations to include physical distancing, enhanced sanitization protocols, and modified service & operation in these unprecedented times for the safety of our AC community.
Here are the implemented measures that you will see in our spaces this term:
Locations:
- Everyone must wear a mask.
- Identified entrance and exit doors will be utilized.
- Temporary shields have been installed.
- Hand sanitizer will be available for customers’ use.
- Common dining rooms and seating areas will have limited seating following 2 meters distance between table and chair placement or may be closed.
- Enhanced sanitization and disinfection of high touch surfaces e.g. counters, tables, pin pads etc.
- Floor decals will help direct traffic and instruct people where to stand while in the queue.
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Service and Operation:
- The number of people within our Food Service locations will be limited.
- The use of reusable cups is temporarily paused.
- Self-serve stations are temporarily suspended. Full-serve options will be available.
- Pre-packaged food options are available for “grab and go”.
- One tap payment by Meal Plan (AC Card) is highly recommended for a contactless and speedy checkout. Please click here to learn how to top-up your Meal Plan.
Food Services employees:
- Employees must wear masks while working.
- Employees have been trained on enhanced safety standards and COVID-19 protocols.
- Employees have been trained on proper masks, handwashing, hand sanitizing, and glove protocols.

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Please visit the Algonquin College COVID-19 website for more information about campus activities, student resources, FAQ’s, and updates.