Woolworths is in the process of installing new plexiglass screens on all its cash registers around the country to protect its customers and cashiers from coronavirus.

The new screens have already been installed at Town Hall and Kellyville North in Sydney.

Woolworths managing director Claire Peters said: “We know it’s not always easy to maintain social distancing at our checkouts, so we’ve started installing plexiglass screens as an additional safeguard for our team members and customers.”

“We thank our customers for their understanding as we work through these challenging times together,” Peters said.

The supermarket giant has also adopted other measures to enforce social distancing.

Shoppers have been advised to use their trolley as a distance guide, while new floor markings show shoppers where they should stand at the check-out.