Governor Brian Kemp today introduced the Georgia Safety Promise campaign which is aimed at getting Georgians to agree to comply with COVID-19 safety guidelines.
“As we continue to fight COVID-19, we want to ensure Georgia businesses and the public are abiding by public health guidance in order to keep Georgia healthy and open for business,” says Kemp.
The Georgia Safety Promise is a pledge between business owners and the public to join together to maintain a safe environment following Georgia Department of Public Health and CDC guidelines.
“By working together, we can continue to protect the lives and livelihoods of all Georgians,” says Kemp.
A voluntary promise
Businesses that commit to the Georgia Safety Promise voluntarily agree to follow the latest guidelines from the Governor’s Office and the Georgia Department of Public Health – including promoting social distancing, wearing face coverings, cleaning surfaces, and washing and sanitizing hands. Participating Georgia businesses will receive a full digital toolkit of resources to share their commitment, including social media posts, signage for their business, and more.
All Georgians can personally commit to the Georgia Safety Promise by following basic safety guidelines when in public spaces, according to the governor’s office. Such safety measures include practicing social distance, wearing a face covering, washing and sanitizing hands, and supporting businesses that have committed to the Georgia Safety Promise.
“Under the leadership of Governor Kemp, and with the full support and engagement of the business community and the public, we will continue to work collaboratively to keep Georgia open for business while safeguarding the health of all Georgians,” says Georgia Public Health Commissioner Dr. Kathleen Toomey. She says the promise to practice social distancing, to wear a face-covering in public, and to wash your hands is a small commitment that will have a “powerful, positive impact on the future of our state.”
The head of the state’s restaurant association urges businesses to look at the Georgia Safety Promise campaign as a “complimentary marketing asset” to communicate their commitment to their customers’ health and well-being.
“Now is a vital time for businesses to do everything they can to boost and restore consumer and employee confidence,” says Karen Bremer, CEO of the Georgia Restaurant Association.
Public-private partnership
Businesses that make the promise, will receive a toolkit that includes social media graphics and sample posts, a sample press release announcement, and a downloadable decal they can display to the public.
“I hope every business in Georgia takes advantage of this opportunity and, in turn, sees a growth in sales and overall customer confidence,” says Bremer.
The program was developed through a public-private partnership made up of state agencies, associations, and business leaders.
“This voluntary program encourages Georgians to help keep themselves and others healthy while enjoying our beautiful state,” says Georgia Department of Economic Development Commissioner Pat Wilson.
The Georgia Safety Promise campaign is led by the Office of the Governor and is supported by the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Georgia Department of Public Health, Georgia Bankers Association, Georgia Hotel & Lodging Association, Georgia Retailers Association, Georgia Restaurant Association, and Georgia NFIB.
To commit to the pledge and to learn more about the Georgia Safety Promise, visit www.GeorgiaSafetyPromise.com.
