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Cleaning Scan Code Tags

wismiss — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 20:52:31 GMT

You know those little tags that you present when you check out at the grocery store so you get the sale price? I washed mine this afternoon. Some weren't too dirty, but the ones used the most---------well, let's just say I'm glad I did it.

Isn't it something how we are so aware of where some germs accumulate and keep those places clean and then don't think about some other places?

What are some "uncommon" places that you clean that maybe some of us don't think about cleaning?

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

GCR18 — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 21:16:55 GMT

I'm sure there are many. I try not to think about it or I may not leave the house. I think we've been programmed to think germs are everywhere waiting to attack us, but the vast majority survive just fine.

Steering wheel, door knobs, condiment containers, grocery carts, menus.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

spud188 — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 21:19:47 GMT

No clue about tags at the grocery store??

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NickNack — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 21:26:29 GMT

I used to keep all the little store tags on a key ring. I found out about an app called Key Ring that I downloaded. You just take a picture of all the store tags and keep them on the app. Then you just pull up the app, and they scan your phone. It's much easier that way. I pull it up when I'm waiting in line and have it ready for the cashier.

@spud188 She's talking about the store loyalty cards or reward cards that you get. I have them for grocery stores, pharmacies, places like Sephora, Lowes, pet supply stores, and many others.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

OhioAngel — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 21:28:35 GMT

i am constantly wiping stuff like that off with anti bacterial wipes!!

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suzyQ3 — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 21:37:02 GMT

My store's reward method is a card that you swipe before swiping you credit card. No worries about bacteria or viruses.

I just can't get into thinking too much about germs. I've decided that when I am exposed, it will just make my immune system kick it up a notch; I will be stronger for the contact.

That's my survival story, and I'm sticking with it. :-)

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

handygal2 — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 21:39:25 GMT

Credit cards, restaurant menus, keys, the "pen" you use to sign the card swiper at the store... you name it! I can't sanitize all these items, but l use hand sanitizer after l touch them. Germophobe? No!!... just being smart!!

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

happycat — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 21:43:11 GMT

@spud188 wrote:
No clue about tags at the grocery store??

I think it must be similar to a little card like thing I have on my keyring that I use to check out books at the library and shopping at Kroger to get the cheaper price.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

Bhvbum — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 21:59:20 GMT

it’s hopeless. You spend all this time cleaning stuff like this but every time you go out you are exposed again, what about your shoes, what about your family, what about visitors to your home?

I always wash my hands as soon as I get home from being out and I take my shoes off at the door. Other than that I try to eat healthy to keep my immune system up, get Flu shot, and it seems to be working because I never get sick.

Forgot, I take a tsp of Cod Liver oil every day.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

SilleeMee — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 22:02:40 GMT

Your cell phone is probably the dirtiest thing in your possession...and to think you place it up to your face...

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

SleepyTime — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 22:16:10 GMT

I never carry any of them. I just always enter my phone number and that works fine.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

deeva — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 22:22:33 GMT

This is something that’s very low on my list of things to worry about.

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OKPrincess — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 22:32:08 GMT

I never present a store card; I just use my phone number.

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willdob3 — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 23:01:35 GMT

@wismiss

Grocery stores here don’t use those tags. It is either on sale or not. Really annoying idea to have to jump through hoops..

But I do believe the HSN TS can solve everyone’s cleaning paranoia! LOL

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

this is my nic — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 23:03:44 GMT

@spud188

I am also clueless. There are cards each store has that get scanned and coupons, but "little tags" leave me baffled.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

this is my nic — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 23:06:33 GMT

@NickNack, thank you for the explanation. I wish there were one card that works for all stores. The app you describe is interesting.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

spud188 — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 23:33:46 GMT

Oh Duh..thanks for explaining. I don't keep those cards/tags either and just use my phone number too.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

NYC Susan — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 00:09:28 GMT

@suzyQ3 wrote:
My store's reward method is a card that you swipe before swiping you credit card. No worries about bacteria or viruses.

I just can't get into thinking too much about germs. I've decided that when I am exposed, it will just make my immune system kick it up a notch; I will be stronger for the contact.

That's my survival story, and I'm sticking with it. :-)

Same for me.

I take what I consider to be usual precautions (I carry hand sanitizer and use it throughout the day when I'm out and about, I wipe down phones, remote controls, etc, when I'm in hotels), but I don't go crazy. Germs are everywhere. I do what makes me comfortable, and don't put much thought into the rest. Otherwise, trying to fight them would be a never-ending endeavor. And an unsuccessful one, too.

eta: All the rewards/member cards I have are actual cards, not tags. I either swipe them myself or just tell the cashier my phone number.

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

software — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 01:43:22 GMT

I have a ton of tags

Grocery store

Library

Gym

pet store

and on & on

@spud188 wrote:
No clue about tags at the grocery store??

Re: Cleaning Scan Code Tags

jackthebear — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 01:48:57 GMT

Key ring app

you will be glad u did