For many people working in high-rise buildings, the elevator is a necessity, but the good news is that riding the elevator does not seem to be a major way the novel coronavirus is transmitted. There are two ways COVID-19 may spread in an elevator: from fellow riders, or from particles expelled by a
As offices start to reopen and people across the world return to working in busy office buildings, an important question is being asked: should I be taking that elevator?
Elevator rides tend to be short, which is fortunate when it comes to a virus that is more contagious over long periods of in-person contact. MORE: In some states coronavirus hospitalizations on the rise, experts point to lack of social distancing Anecdotally, Ellerin said that his hospital system has multiple elevators and more than 6,000 staff members, but has had fewer than 150 staff members infected with COVID-19 symptoms.
A recent study showed that if half or more of the population wore face masks, transmissions might drop dramatically.MORE: Scientists try to keep coronavirus masks from being swallowed by culture wars Story continuesStairwells tend to be less crowded and as an added bonus are a great way of getting some exercise. Lastly, be wary of elevator etiquette. Sneezing, coughing or speaking loudly will release more virus into the elevator and increase chances of it spreading. Many buildings have implemented a 2-4 person restriction to enable distancing.
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