A Sign of the Times

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We had a couple of packages delivered today. One from our regular postal carrier and one from Fed Ex. I noticed both were wearing gloves. Here's a still of the Fed Ex guy. A shout out to those still working to bring us our packages.

Edit: March 23, 2020 - Here is the video




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Wow......either he's training for a future track & field event or he's keeping in shape to deal with one of your neighbors' Rottweiler! :lol:
 
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We need to thank these delivery drivers regardless. Had a USPS worker ringing my doorbell at 6:30 AM this morning. I thought it was my phone's alarm. Some of these workers are wearing masks, but not wearing gloves. I still recommend disinfecting packages even though its highly unlikely of contracting something. The incubation period on cardboard is about 24 hours according to Dr. Fauci.
 
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Arjun said:
We need to thank these delivery drivers regardless. Had a USPS worker ringing my doorbell at 6:30 AM this morning. I thought it was my phone's alarm. Some of these workers are wearing masks, but not wearing gloves. I still recommend disinfecting packages even though its highly unlikely of contracting something. The incubation period on cardboard is about 24 hours according to Dr. Fauci.
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And apparently 72 hours for hard surfaces/plastics. My work is quarantining incomming mail and packages for 24/72 hours depending on what it is.


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wittaj said:
Let's see that video! And what camera is that?
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Camera is the Dahua IPC-HDW5231R-ZE. It has the 2.7mm to 13.5mm lens. Since this is my overview camera for the front of the house the lens is set at 2.7mm. I will post this video later today.
 
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Had a UPS delivery Saturday and the driver said - "with all the corona stuff going around, do you mind if I just sign this for you?"
He didn't want me toughing his electronic pad.
I told him that I kind of expected him to just drop it on the porch and leave anyway. Maybe the seller requested a signature and didn't tell me.
 
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@lulu5kamz - did he step in some poop or something LOL.

Why is it other people's cam images and videos on here always look better than what mine produce LOL...
 
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I had a very valuable and theft-worthy package left by the USPS on our porch with no signature even though it was shipped "signature required". Then that same day another highly valuable "signature required" package came UPS, and I was awake and ready for that one. The UPS guy told me they were not allowed to get signatures now. I actually felt guilty for having even opened the door in anticipation of needing to sign. I'm sure he'd have preferred that I leave the door closed.

These delivery folks are risking their health/lives to get us our goodies, and to tell the truth, I generally HATE "signature required" because it normally means that I will not get the package due to not being there or being asleep when the package arrives. We've never had anything stolen off of our porch, and with the area bristling with cameras, and being on a busy street, I don't expect it to start happening any time soon. So normally, I prefer that packages to my house just be left anyhow.

I think all of the delivery services are no longer requiring or even allowing signatures. If the crooks figure this out, there may be a bit of an uptick in porch piracy, but who knows.
 
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J Sigmo said:
I had a very valuable and theft-worthy package left by the USPS on our porch with no signature even though it was shipped "signature required". Then that same day another highly valuable "signature required" package came UPS, and I was awake and ready for that one. The UPS guy told me they were not allowed to get signatures now. I actually felt guilty for having even opened the door in anticipation of needing to sign. I'm sure he'd have preferred that I leave the door closed.

These delivery folks are risking their health/lives to get us our goodies, and to tell the truth, I generally HATE "signature required" because it normally means that I will not get the package due to not being there or being asleep when the package arrives. We've never had anything stolen off of our porch, and with the area bristling with cameras, and being on a busy street, I don't expect it to start happening any time soon. So normally, I prefer that packages to my house just be left anyhow.

I think all of the delivery services are no longer requiring or even allowing signatures. If the crooks figure this out, there may be a bit of an uptick in porch piracy, but who knows.
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I had to sign for my new B5442E-Z4E this week from DHL. Seems like they'd skip that requirement now. I did wash my hands before unpacking the goodies, then washed them again after throwing the wrapping away.
 
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elliottwe said:
I had to sign for my new B5442E-Z4E this week from DHL. Seems like they'd skip that requirement now. I did wash my hands before unpacking the goodies, then washed them again after throwing the wrapping away.
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DHL is no joke compared to other logistic companies, they have proper protocol in place and handle far less shipments compared to their competitors

I don't think FedEx is aware that there's a pandemic out there. They just think its all fun and games. "Welcome to FedEx"

UPS has done pretty well, not making eye contact, keeping words to a minimum, and driving away.

USPS may shut down by this June, at least according to this article Trouble looms for USPS amid virus outbreak
 
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J Sigmo said:
I had a very valuable and theft-worthy package left by the USPS on our porch with no signature even though it was shipped "signature required". Then that same day another highly valuable "signature required" package came UPS, and I was awake and ready for that one. The UPS guy told me they were not allowed to get signatures now. I actually felt guilty for having even opened the door in anticipation of needing to sign. I'm sure he'd have preferred that I leave the door closed.

These delivery folks are risking their health/lives to get us our goodies, and to tell the truth, I generally HATE "signature required" because it normally means that I will not get the package due to not being there or being asleep when the package arrives. We've never had anything stolen off of our porch, and with the area bristling with cameras, and being on a busy street, I don't expect it to start happening any time soon. So normally, I prefer that packages to my house just be left anyhow.

I think all of the delivery services are no longer requiring or even allowing signatures. If the crooks figure this out, there may be a bit of an uptick in porch piracy, but who knows.
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I just wish they would follow my delivery instructions to deliver to the back door so packages are out of sight. One UPS driver told me I don't have a back door and to remove the note. Haha


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