Name Taking

Winnigirl83 · 11-01-2020, 06:36 AM

They asked for my first name and phone number.

It's a government mandate that restaurants collect this information. Not 100%, but I believe it's because if someone tests positive, they can contact those that may have been in the restaurant at the same time.

joey2665 · 11-01-2020, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Winnigirl83

They asked for my first name and phone number.

It's a government mandate that restaurants collect this information. Not 100%, but I believe it's because if someone tests positive, they can contact those that may have been in the restaurant at the same time.

That correct but although a government mandate the New Hampshire Resturant Association asked for this because there fear obviously is if they do not have controls and positive tests increase they are afraid of being closed down.

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8gv · 11-01-2020, 07:27 AM

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SAMIAM · 11-01-2020, 09:34 AM

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joey2665 · 11-01-2020, 09:49 AM

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Thanks for making me smile....not much to cheer us up lately

As a restauranteur I would love to know your take on this new policy. However I would also understand if you prefer not to voice your position on a public forum.

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SAMIAM · 11-02-2020, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by joey2665

As a restauranteur I would love to know your take on this new policy. However I would also understand if you prefer not to voice your position on a public forum.

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Thanks for asking Joey
I try to keep it positive because we've had so many great years but 2020 has been quite a challenge.
At first we were afraid that people would be resentful of giving name and number. We were thinking business is bad enough and now this.
But we found people very understanding....most think's a good idea.
If someone tested positive that had been at our restaurant we would know where they sat, who waited on them and able to contact anyone who was sitting near them so they could take precautions and get tested.
A little more work for us but if think it's a smart thing to do
Definitely not a government plot....actually it was suggested by the NH Restaurant Assoc. We keep the records here and would only refer to them if needed.

joey2665 · 11-02-2020, 07:31 AM

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Thanks for asking Joey
I try to keep it positive because we've had so many great years but 2020 has been quite a challenge.
At first we were afraid that people would be resentful of giving name and number.We were thinking business is bad enough and now this.
But we found people very understanding....most think's a good idea.
If someone tested positive that had been at our restaurant we would know where they sat,who waited on them and able to contact anyone who was sitting near them so they could take precautions and get tested.
A little more work for us but if think it's a smart thing to do
Definitely not a government plot....actually it was suggested by the NH Restaurant Assoc. We keep the records here and would only refer to them if needed.

Thanks Sam I appreciate you sharing your opinion. I also agree with you as it’s not a bid deal especially as many have said if you are making a reservation or many restaurants use a text system to tell you your table is ready your giving your name and cell anyway.

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Shreddy · 11-02-2020, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by SAMIAM

Thanks for asking Joey
I try to keep it positive because we've had so many great years but 2020 has been quite a challenge.
At first we were afraid that people would be resentful of giving name and number. We were thinking business is bad enough and now this.
But we found people very understanding....most think's a good idea.
If someone tested positive that had been at our restaurant we would know where they sat, who waited on them and able to contact anyone who was sitting near them so they could take precautions and get tested.
A little more work for us but if think it's a smart thing to do
Definitely not a government plot....actually it was suggested by the NH Restaurant Assoc. We keep the records here and would only refer to them if needed.

Good stuff and makes perfect sense. I got my Farmer's breakfast Tuesday morning last week and just as good as always. Also had Turkey dinner takeout Wednesday (another showstopper

). At the end of the day, you're taking on more work to do your customers a favor as a precaution. If they're that concerned and really appreciate your business, I'm assuming they could just lie (wrong name and number). This shouldn't be a big issue or concern at all. If anything, it should be appreciated by the patrons that you guys are implementing yet ANOTHER change that should only be seen as a precaution/positive impact. Keep it up

JEEPONLY · 11-01-2020, 02:12 PM

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winniplayhouse · 11-01-2020, 07:20 PM

At the Winnipesaukee Playhouse we had a six week season in September and October (socially distanced, masks required, etc). We took down the name, number, and email address for each patron and had them sign to attest that they answered "no" to the required State of NH health screening questions we asked them. Not a single problem or complaint. All patrons were respectful and appreciative of our efforts to keep them safe.

I am very grateful we are now at 3 weeks post-season and can retire the contact tracing forms. But it was definitely a good thing to have available if we needed it.

Slickcraft · 11-01-2020, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Winnigirl83

They asked for my first name and phone number.

It's a government mandate that restaurants collect this information. Not 100%, but I believe it's because if someone tests positive, they can contact those that may have been in the restaurant at the same time.

That is correct. We were in the Bar Harbor, ME area in Sept. A name and phone number was recorded for one person at each table. This was in case contact tracing had to be done. NH was the last state in the area to do this. I think that this is a good idea.

https://www.laconiadailysun.com/news...c438a7109.html

upthesaukee · 11-01-2020, 11:45 AM

No problem here. If I was in an establishment and was potentially exposed to COVID, whether from staff or customer, I would like to know. As others have said, I give my name and number when calling for a reservation, so I see no difference.

Dave

FlyingScot · 11-01-2020, 11:53 AM

I understand it might be a tad unsettling to an unsuspecting diner, but I think it's completely reasonable given the value of contact tracing.

Descant · 11-01-2020, 12:56 PM

How many places from hairdresser to veterinarian now say call us when you arrive and we'll call you when it is your turn? Restaurants do this for take out and have done it for many many years for reservations, especially when you make the reservation several days ahead. When you are seated, somebody gives them a business card. That's what the cards are for. Who knows, maybe you'll get a new customer? BTW, I enjoy doing business "where everybody knows your name"

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upthesaukee Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 5,600 Blog Entries: 2 Thanks: 2,462 Thanked 1,983 Times in 1,083 Posts	No problem here No problem here. If I was in an establishment and was potentially exposed to COVID, whether from staff or customer, I would like to know. As others have said, I give my name and number when calling for a reservation, so I see no difference. Dave __________________ I Live Here... I am always UPTHESAUKEE !!!!

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Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,378 Thanks: 1,353 Thanked 1,628 Times in 1,060 Posts	name and number How many places from hairdresser to veterinarian now say call us when you arrive and we'll call you when it is your turn? Restaurants do this for take out and have done it for many many years for reservations, especially when you make the reservation several days ahead. When you are seated, somebody gives them a business card. That's what the cards are for. Who knows, maybe you'll get a new customer? BTW, I enjoy doing business "where everybody knows your name"

11-01-2020, 06:36 AM	#1
Winnigirl83 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 118 Thanks: 42 Thanked 30 Times in 12 Posts	They asked for my first name and phone number. It's a government mandate that restaurants collect this information. Not 100%, but I believe it's because if someone tests positive, they can contact those that may have been in the restaurant at the same time.

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11-01-2020, 07:20 PM	#10
winniplayhouse Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 205 Thanks: 32 Thanked 58 Times in 41 Posts	At the Winnipesaukee Playhouse we had a six week season in September and October (socially distanced, masks required, etc). We took down the name, number, and email address for each patron and had them sign to attest that they answered "no" to the required State of NH health screening questions we asked them. Not a single problem or complaint. All patrons were respectful and appreciative of our efforts to keep them safe. I am very grateful we are now at 3 weeks post-season and can retire the contact tracing forms. But it was definitely a good thing to have available if we needed it.

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FlyingScot Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Tuftonboro and Sudbury, MA Posts: 2,398 Thanks: 1,296 Thanked 1,021 Times in 631 Posts	I understand it might be a tad unsettling to an unsuspecting diner, but I think it's completely reasonable given the value of contact tracing.