The United States Postal Service is designated an essential service for the nation and is an integral part of the federal response to this coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. The following information shows how we are continuing to deliver for America.
During this national emergency, the U.S. Postal Service is firmly committed to being a source of constancy and reliability in every community. Our more than 630,000 employees are working to make sure our customers can depend on us. We’re on the front lines — delivering needed medicines, supplies, benefit checks, financial statements and the important correspondence every family counts on.
The Postal Service continues to follow the strategies and measures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health departments regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus.gov). We are additionally reinforcing workplace behaviors to ensure that contact with our customers reflects the best guidance regarding healthy interactions, social distancing and risk minimization.
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Postal Service continues to fulfill its critical mission to bind the nation together. Postal Service employees are working hard for our customers every day, serving as a lifeline for millions of people. The safety and wellness of our employees are important to us and we’ll continue to follow the strategies and measures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
