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HOW BARS WITH GAMES CAN STAY COMPLIANT Is your arcade bar getting the highest score on COVID-19 compliance?
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ars/restaurants have many new guidelines and restrictions to keep in mind in the age of COVID-19, but bars with arcade games and other gaming equipment have even more to consider. So where do you start when trying to implement policies and best
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Bar Business Magazine
Winter 2021
practices for cleaning gaming equipment, ensuring patrons remain six feet apart, and instilling confidence in your guests about your new safety protocols? “Betson will always recommend starting with your local, state, and CDC guidelines to identify any regional mandates,” says Jerry Battista,
national parts sales manager for Betson Enterprises, a worldwide distributor of arcade and amusement equipment, parts, and service. “In addition, Betson recommends a combination of dividers along with cleaning regiments using different products designed for keeping customers and equipment safe.” barbizmag.com
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BY ASHLEY BRAY