I have been deemed to be one of the essentials by my employer. I hve been using a bandana to cover my face from the beginning, Last week each of us were given 2 sets of gloves. Today each of us was given one mask. I visit about 5 businesses a day in the course of my duties.
Going ‘bandit’ is about as useful as the average surgical mask is, and a good idea if you can’t get a properly fitted N95 or similar.
I’ve never agreed with the idea that masks are ‘useless’. They will save a lot of people from that random speck that might get in - as long as people are also being careful of what they touch, and practice diligent awareness with regard to not touching their faces; and frequently washing/disinfecting hands.