Last week, businesses in King County like beauty shops, barber shops and restaurants were allowed to re-open under certain guidelines issued by the Washington State Department of Health and Gov. Jay Inslee in order to help control the spread of COVID-19 in a hybrid phase of re-opening the state’s economy commonly referred to by officials as phase 1.5.
Under phase 1.5, businesses are allowed to operate as long as they follow protocols, guidelines and procedures implemented by the health department to guard against the spread of COVID-19.
“A big part of the adjustment is being upfront initially with clients that are scheduling, and being very vocal regarding the specific guidelines of my office,” says Johnson, whose business is centered around an intimate and hands on approach to her customer base.
Many of the businesses that are re-opening are personal care stores, barbershops, massage and beauty salons, all of these are hands-on occupations so adhering to health guidelines is very important.
Businesses like J Styles Barbershop and Ambiance Beauty Bar in Kent are now required to serve customers by appointment only.
