Popular Post buttock Posted March 19, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted March 19, 2020 NEJM published data this week showing that the virus can live on cardboard for at least 24 hours. Packages will be going through high-traffic facilities and a lot of hands, so it's quite possible that they could be colonized. I would advise that you make sure that you try and keep packages out of your house, give them a day or two to decontaminate in a garage or back porch before handling, and wash your hands and discard packaging immediately after opening. Good luck and stay safe. Batman, thirdgreenham, MGsimba77 and 8 others 8 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slym2none Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 I can see all those CGC boxes being left out in an unregulated environment, slabs being exposed to high humidity and (relatively) rapid-changing temperatures. -slym bug33fouf and mysterymachine 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysterymachine Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 You can use a disinfecting spray on your packages and as long as you don't saturate the package your comic will still be protected. The Lions Den and Comixroc 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the blob Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 Mist the box with ethyl alcohol or scrub it with soap and water for 20 seconds? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skypinkblu Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 1 hour ago, buttock said: NEJM published data this week showing that the virus can live on cardboard for at least 24 hours. Packages will be going through high-traffic facilities and a lot of hands, so it's quite possible that they could be colonized. I would advise that you make sure that you try and keep packages out of your house, give them a day or two to decontaminate in a garage or back porch before handling, and wash your hands and discard packaging immediately after opening. Good luck and stay safe. How about opening the packages outside, discarding the wrappings and then leaving them in your house (washing your hands multiple times in between all these steps, or using gloves? I've been leaving packages on a shelf for 3 or 4 days, not thinking about not bringing them inside so thanks for the advice Dan! This sounds better. Of course not everyone has a house, if you live in an apartment, this could be tricky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skypinkblu Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 Plus, @buttock would this apply to mail as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the blob Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 I have all my packages delivered to my 82 year old mother who then ages them in her apartment for 1-2 months before I visit and pick them up. Do you think this is a bad idea nowadays? AndyFish and snitzer 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greggy Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 How about I just leave it at the PO Box for a few days? Senormac and comicdonna 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the blob Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 8 minutes ago, skypinkblu said: Plus, @buttock would this apply to mail as well? paper and cardboard. porous I guess, not moisture resistant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buttock Posted March 19, 2020 Author Share Posted March 19, 2020 11 minutes ago, skypinkblu said: Plus, @buttock would this apply to mail as well? Unfortunately yes. Wiping a cardboard box down with a bleach wipe would be reasonable as well. Your idea of opening it outside and immediately discarding reduces risk, but you would have to get the contents out and unwrapped without transferring any bugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buttock Posted March 19, 2020 Author Share Posted March 19, 2020 5 minutes ago, greggy said: How about I just leave it at the PO Box for a few days? Assuming there's no bugs there, yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buttock Posted March 19, 2020 Author Share Posted March 19, 2020 11 minutes ago, the blob said: I have all my packages delivered to my 82 year old mother who then ages them in her apartment for 1-2 months before I visit and pick them up. Do you think this is a bad idea nowadays? 10% risk of death over 80. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slym2none Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 4 minutes ago, buttock said: 16 minutes ago, the blob said: I have all my packages delivered to my 82 year old mother who then ages them in her apartment for 1-2 months before I visit and pick them up. Do you think this is a bad idea nowadays? 10% risk of death over 80. -slym AndyFish 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilbil Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 nitrile or latex exam gloves. latex not my first choice. discard after use. for that matter, use for everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skypinkblu Posted March 19, 2020 Share Posted March 19, 2020 6 minutes ago, buttock said: Unfortunately yes. Wiping a cardboard box down with a bleach wipe would be reasonable as well. Your idea of opening it outside and immediately discarding reduces risk, but you would have to get the contents out and unwrapped without transferring any bugs. Well, I just transferred the box I had in my hallway where I dumped today's package into the garage. I guess it's too late for the other stuff, although I opened the packages and even lysoled the scissors... I have a tendency to over clean...but it doesn't seem like even that is enough. The Lions Den 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post the blob Posted March 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted March 20, 2020 Set the box on fire. The virus does not like extreme heat. GeeksAreMyPeeps, snitzer, JJ-4 and 3 others 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilbil Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 2 minutes ago, the blob said: Set the box on fire. The virus does not like extreme heat. that was good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JollyComics Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 How's about a flamethrower? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamstrange Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 2 hours ago, buttock said: NEJM published data this week showing that the virus can live on cardboard for at least 24 hours. Packages will be going through high-traffic facilities and a lot of hands, so it's quite possible that they could be colonized. I would advise that you make sure that you try and keep packages out of your house, give them a day or two to decontaminate in a garage or back porch before handling, and wash your hands and discard packaging immediately after opening. Good luck and stay safe. This does not address any virus on the contents like the bubble wrap or slab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkdrawer Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 2 hours ago, buttock said: NEJM published data this week showing that the virus can live on cardboard for at least 24 hours. Packages will be going through high-traffic facilities and a lot of hands, so it's quite possible that they could be colonized. I would advise that you make sure that you try and keep packages out of your house, give them a day or two to decontaminate in a garage or back porch before handling, and wash your hands and discard packaging immediately after opening. Good luck and stay safe. Most handlers have always worn gloves. Today I’m sure it’s mandatory, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
