In the wake of reports of COVID-19 clusters at various Costco locations, the County began an investigation of four Costco stores. Costco has been very cooperative with the investigation. The County is working closely with Costco to ensure the safety of workers and customers at each location. As of today, the County can confirm the following breakdown of cases:
- Gilroy: 6 between July 24 and July 30
- Mountain View: 4 between July 15 and July 29
- San Jose – Senter Road: 8 between July 17 and July 22
- Sunnyvale: 13 between July 23 and July 26
Other Costco locations in Santa Clara County have not had confirmed clusters of COVID-19.
Preliminary results of the investigation indicate that Costco is complying with social distancing and other protocols and that many of the cases have been caused by community transmission and most likely not internal transmission among employees. As part of the County’s review of Costco’s procedures and protocols, the County will be providing additional guidance if needed.
The County is taking all necessary steps to protect workers and customers and is ready to take additional steps if necessary. This includes assisting Costco in identifying close contacts and advising on appropriate disinfection measures, ensuring that appropriate testing protocols are being followed, as well as measures to prevent workplace transmission.
Rules and instructions for companies to follow when dealing with COVID-19 in the workplace can be found at www.sccsafeworkplace.org
We encourage all Costco customers and the general public to continue to adhere to all recommended protocols, including wearing face coverings and engaging in social distancing.
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