When you’re shopping at a New Jersey Walmart store, do you pay attention to what’s being said over the store intercom?
If the answer is no, then it’s time to start.
According to Common Saint Mama, the same voice you hear overhead as you walk down the aisle announcing special sales or closing time for the night could save your life.
If you hear this confidential warning, leave the store immediately and call 9-1-1.
You may or may not know that Walmart has a secret intercom code…I didn’t. A code intended to inform employees of a certain situation so that they know how to proceed and what to do.
According to the article, there are four types of codes used at Walmart stores in New Jersey: color, number, letter, and word codes.
For safety reasons, there are some color codes that you really need to be aware of.
code white
A code white means that an accident, such as an accident resulting in injury or death, has occurred in the store.
code red
A code red means there is some kind of fire in the store. Code Red is usually followed by a number indicating the aisle in which the fire is occurring.
code orange
Code Orange means there is a chemical spill inside or outside the store and all jobs should be supported if possible.
code black
Code black means severe weather in the area.
The remaining color codes require special attention. If you hear any noise, please leave the store immediately.
code brown
A code brown means there is an active shooter in the store. If you hear this code, exit the store as soon as possible or follow the instructions of a store employee.
code green
A code green signifies a hostage situation within the store. If you are able to safely leave the store, please call 9-1-1.
code blue
A code blue means there may be a bomb threat in the store. Leave quickly and safely.
This was certainly an eye-opener for me. I’m going to pay more attention to the words I hear while shopping.
Click here to learn more about other codes used by Walmart.
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