The Home Depot to Require Face Masks in All U.S. Stores

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The Home Depot has announced that starting July 22, 2020, masks will be mandatory for shoppers in all U.S. stores. This decision follows a trend, as approximately 85% of stores already require them.

Exceptions apply for small children and individuals with valid medical conditions. The company emphasizes safety measures, including social distancing and providing masks to customers who need them. Home Depot reported sales of $110.2 billion and earnings of $11.2 billion in fiscal 2019, employing over 400,000 associates.

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• About 85% of stores already comply with mask regulations, allowing for smoother implementation.
• The company has strong sales figures of $110.2 billion and earnings of $11.2 billion, indicating robust financial health.

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ATLANTA, July 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Home Depot^® today announced that shoppers will be required to wear masks or facial coverings while inside all U.S. stores, beginning Wednesday, July 22. Small children or those who have a valid medical condition will not be required to wear a mask.

Currently, about 85 percent of Home Depot stores already require facial masks in compliance with local and state regulations, and all Home Depot associates are required to wear masks in stores, distribution centers, and other locations. 

"We appreciate all of our associates who have been working so hard to serve our customers with the essential products they need throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and we want to thank our customers for their cooperation as we work to protect everyone in our stores," said Ann-Marie Campbell, executive vice president of stores for The Home Depot.

The Home Depot will remind customers about the new requirement by posting signs at all store entrances and via audio announcements on store PA systems. Social distancing captains and store associates will be available to provide masks to those shoppers who may not have one. For customers who prefer alternative options to shopping in stores, homedepot.com offers the convenience of curbside pickup and home delivery.

In addition to requiring masks, The Home Depot continues to promote social and physical distancing in stores through floor markings, signage, PA announcements, and plexiglass shields to help customers and associates maintain safe distances.

For more information about The Home Depot's response to Covid-19 and safety measures in stores, visit https://corporate.homedepot.com.

About The Home Depot
The Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, with 2,293 retail stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. In fiscal 2019, The Home Depot had sales of $110.2 billion and earnings of $11.2 billion. The Company employs more than 400,000 associates. The Home Depot's stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor's 500 index.

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FAQ

When will Home Depot require face masks in stores?

Home Depot will require face masks starting on July 22, 2020.

What percentage of Home Depot stores already require masks?

Approximately 85% of Home Depot stores already require masks.

What safety measures is Home Depot implementing for customers?

Home Depot is promoting social distancing, providing masks, and using signage and announcements to ensure safety.

How many associates does Home Depot employ?

Home Depot employs over 400,000 associates.

What were Home Depot's sales figures in fiscal 2019?

In fiscal 2019, Home Depot reported sales of $110.2 billion.