zero-contact policy
nounUK /ˈzɪərəʊ ˈkɒntækt ˈpɒləsi/
US /ˈzɪroʊ ˈkɑːntækt ˈpɑːləsi/
A rule that says people must not touch each other at all.
The school has a zero-contact policy, so students bow instead of shaking hands.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A sports rule that forbids players from touching opponents.
The league's zero-contact policy makes tackling illegal.
3. A workplace rule that keeps workers from physical contact with customers.
The delivery company follows a zero-contact policy and leaves packages at the door.
4. A health rule that stops all physical contact to prevent spreading germs.
During the outbreak, the clinic adopted a zero-contact policy for all visitors.