9 Things You Shouldn’t Do at Self-Checkout

Leave items in the wrong place: Properly scan and bag all items to avoid confusion and inconvenience for others.

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Use self-checkout for a large number of items: Stick to regular cashiers for extensive purchases to prevent line delays.

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Ignore weight discrepancies: Ensure items match what's in your bag to avoid delays and staff assistance.

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Use cash at a card-only machine: Use cash machines for cash payments to prevent complications.

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Forget to scan items: Scan all items to avoid unintentional theft.

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Ignore security tags: Remove or deactivate security tags correctly to prevent alarms from sounding.

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Try to buy age-restricted items without verification: Be ready to show ID for age-restricted purchases.

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