Morris County ShopRite Employee Tests Coronavirus Positive

MORRISTOWN, NJ - An employee at the ShopRite of Greater Morristown has tested positive of novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, according to officials.

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"We want to inform you we have an associate with a confirmed case of COVID-19," officials said in a statement. "You should know that ShopRite is prepared, and we have implemented the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended protocol to reduce the spread of the virus."

Specifically, steps taken:

• The associate is no longer in the workplace;
• We have notified any colleagues who may have been in close contact for a prolonged period of time, and are requiring them to self-quarantine for a period of 14 days;
• In addition to following CDC protocols, we have implemented our own enhanced sanitation process including all workspaces used by the associate and common areas.

Officials said for the safety of customers and associates they urge everyone:

• If you are sick, please refrain from coming to the store;
• Cover your coughs and sneezes;
• Wash your hands regularly and do not touch your face;
• Practice social distancing, wherever possible.

"The containment of the Coronavirus is a shared responsibility," officials said. "We are proud of the amazing dedication our associates are demonstrating, and we thank them for their service to our customers. Please join us in wishing our associate well and a speedy recovery."

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