Ordering food online during the Covid-19 pandemic is generally considered safe, as long as proper precautions are taken by both the customer and the restaurant or delivery service. The risk of transmission of the virus through food or food packaging is considered to be low, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
To minimize the risk of transmission, customers should consider ordering from reputable restaurants or delivery services that follow recommended hygiene practices, such as regularly sanitizing surfaces and equipment, using gloves and masks, and requiring employees to stay home if they feel sick.
Customers can also choose contactless delivery options, where the delivery person leaves the food at the doorstep or designated area, and payment is made online or over the phone to avoid close contact.
It is important for customers to take precautions on their end as well, such as washing their hands before and after handling food or food packaging, and disposing of the packaging properly.
Overall, ordering food online can be a safe and convenient option during the Covid-19 pandemic, as long as proper precautions are taken by all parties involved.