Originally Posted by
Loose Cannon
Anyone have recent experiences with Uber and/or Lyft especially since the new mask and back seat requirements came into effect? I wonder if a face shield instead of an actual mask would be accepted? And how much do the windows have to be rolled down? Would just cracking the windows be acceptable? I have not taken Uber or Lyft since 9th March 2020 when I returned home from my last Tour of Duty. But when I go back to work I'm positive I'll need to use Uber or Lyft at some point.
Those who are pro-mask are no doubt satisfied about their policy. Those of you who are anti-mask have you tried any pushback in a way that would not risk getting you kicked off the platform?
I think the best is to simply wear a loose cotton mask and keep the nose clear. I'm asthmatic and find a 'normal' mask stifling and hard to use in any physical activity so this is what I do in those moments when there is no choice to not wear a mask.
Off-topic there does not seem to be any convergence of scientific views on the benefits of masks (WHO itself did a U-turn earlier this month after months of posting on their site that there were no benefits in wearing one). And even if there is, there is simply no way to guarantee everyone wears an effective mask (most people wear little more than a surgical mask which is known to do nothing). Lastly wearing a mask is uncomfortable and impractical for people like me who have a breathing difficulty doing physical exertion in the best of times.