Vollrath Breath Guards

Vollrath Sneeze Guard: What You Need to Know

Sneeze guards are used on hot and cold food bars at restaurants, cafeterias, supermarkets, and convenience stores. The FDA mandates the inclusion of these transparent barriers in self-service dining operations to prevent germs from tainting food. Cashier barriers can benefit foodservice and retail stores, banks, and other customer-facing operations.

Common Questions About Vollrath Breath Guards

What is the purpose of a Vollrath sneeze guard?

Traditional Vollrath breath guards installed at salad bars, buffets, and cafeterias consist of a base, typically made of stainless steel, and a shield made of acrylic or glass. Vollrath portable breath guards stand on their own and may be used in various locations, while other models remain fixed to a serving bar or table. Both styles support visibility and provide space to reach under them while providing a barrier between customers’ faces and the food. Similar breath guards provide partitions that stand directly between people to prevent the transmission of viruses and germs. During the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, these guards became more common, both for protection and compliance with social distancing guidelines and laws. Vollrath offers hanging and counter-mounted employee barrier options.

Where should I install a Vollrath cashier barrier?

For businesses that need to adhere to social distancing, Vollrath cashier shields provide separation between employees and their coworkers or customers. According to the CDC, these barriers should be installed in places where it is difficult for people to remain 6 feet apart, including kitchens, cash registers, host stands, and food pickup areas.

How do I store my Vollrath breath guard?

Vollrath offers bags of several different sizes to store or transport breath guards, and these bags include carry handles.

What sizes are available?

The screen on Vollrath breath guards is between 3/16 and 3/8 inch thick. Cashier barriers are designed in a two-dimensional vertical format, while buffet guards may slope or incline to cover food horizontally and leave space for serving.

• Vollrath hanging safety guards and counter mount guards are available in the following sizes: 40 inches long by 42 inches high, 23.5 inches long and high, and 23.5 inches long by 35.5 inches high.
• Vollrath buffet guards can be anywhere from 2 to 7 feet long and may be a few feet wide to cover both sides of a bar or shorter to cover a single side.

What materials are available?

Vollrath breath guards are available in two similar materials: acrylic and glass. Acrylic weighs less, is stronger, and is more impact-resistant than glass. Glass, though, is less prone to scratching.

How do I clean my Vollrath breath guard?

To clean acrylic shields, use a soft lint-free or micro-fiber cloth with warm water and dish soap or a cleaner specifically designed for acrylic. For glass, use a food-safe glass cleaner or mild soap and water.

Are Vollrath breath guards adjustable?

Some Vollrath buffet guards include adjustable panels with positions for cleaning, self-service, and employee operation.