CJ "Preventing Shutdowns Due to COVID-19"... Suspension of Executive Site Visits and Expansion of Flexible Work System

Suspension of Internal Events and Training... Domestic and International Business Trips Also Advised to Refrain
All Entrants' Temperatures Checked with Thermal Cameras; No External Visitors Allowed
CJ CGV, CJ Olive Young, CJ Foodville Strengthen Quarantine and Disinfection Measures

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Seon-ae] CJ Group announced on the 25th that it will suspend in-person visits by executives, internal gatherings, and training sessions, and expand flexible working hours to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19). This measure aims to minimize shutdowns occurring in various places due to COVID-19.

According to CJ, they have decided to suspend group training, internal events, and gatherings until the end of March. Additionally, executives are advised to refrain from site visits for encouragement or inspection purposes, and domestic and international business trips are to be suspended unless absolutely necessary.

In particular, the flexible working hours system (staggered commuting) is being expanded to guide employees to avoid commuting during peak public transportation hours. The use of ‘child enrollment care leave,’ which can be utilized for up to four weeks, is actively encouraged to support individuals in responding according to their personal situations. Furthermore, based on department heads’ judgment, employees eligible for remote work are allowed to work from home, and group office access by outsiders is prohibited.

Measures implemented since the early stages of COVID-19 will also be strengthened and maintained. CJ has installed thermal imaging cameras at the entrances of major buildings within the group to check the body temperature of all entrants and restrict access if necessary. Thermometers and hand sanitizers are placed on each floor to check for abnormalities at least twice a day, with strict hygiene guidelines issued. Employees are also recommended to wear masks while working if necessary in each office.

Meanwhile, affiliates with frequent customer contact such as CJ CGV, CJ Olive Young, and CJ Foodville have placed hand sanitizers in each store and recommend employees wear masks. CJ CGV completed disinfection work at all locations last week, and CJ Olive Young conducted disinfection at 45 directly managed stores in the Daegu and Gyeongbuk regions. CJ Foodville’s dining establishments are also strengthening the disinfection of tableware and cooking utensils, while CJ ENM is expanding audience-free recordings and holding production briefings online, making special efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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