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New video offers delivery safety tips


The Postal Service has released a video to offer customers guidance on helping letter carriers deliver mail and packages safely during the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19: Safety of Children and Pets reminds customers to be aware of USPS vehicles and employees in their neighborhoods, especially when children and pets are outside.

The animated video illustrates the distance customers should stand from mail carriers and delivery vehicles and ways to avoid accidents when walking pets.

The video also shows areas where children shouldn’t play, such as behind parked cars or near mailboxes.

The Postal Service is sharing the video on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other social media channels.

USPS has also released videos that explain new safety procedures involving mail delivery and Post Offices.