HEALTH AND SAFETY AT THIS YEAR’S STATE CONFERENCE
Our priority is people — our schools, our staff, and our partners. Their safety and well-being always come first. We share a common belief in the value of live events and support all the communities that depend on the business of human connections.
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Based on our common belief in the value of live event experiences, as stakeholders we all have a role to play in the mitigation of risk.
The code of conduct below is meant to serve as a reminder and inspiration to know that if we all collectively respect the significance of this contribution, we are, by definition, advocating for the well-being of our fellow citizens and our industry.
The code of conduct below is meant to serve as a reminder and inspiration to know that if we all collectively respect the significance of this contribution, we are, by definition, advocating for the well-being of our fellow citizens and our industry.
Code of Conduct
Before leaving home:
• Follow relevant guidance provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), or your local health authority.
• Adhere to government issued travel restrictions and guidance issued by the region you will be travelling to and the region you are travelling from.
• Evaluate your own health and that of people you are in close contact with; contact the meeting/event organizers if you have concerns.
• Stay home if you feel sick.
On-site during the event:
Follow guidance from your local health authority for everyday actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses including:
• Washing hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or an alcohol-based sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
• Avoiding touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Covering your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing. Throw used tissues in the trash.
• Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Agreeing to have your temperature taken before entering the meeting/event venue, if required by the event organizers.
• Agreeing to wear a mask or facial covering, if required by the event organizers.
• Adhering to social distance protocols put in place by the event organizers and respect others’ personal space.
• Going to the event First Aid office (or equivalent) at any time, if you feel unwell or are experiencing flu-like symptoms.
Post-event:
Based on current contact tracing advice from many health authorities, if you test positive for COVID-19 up to 14 days after returning home, please contact the meeting/event organizers to advise them.
Before leaving home:
• Follow relevant guidance provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), or your local health authority.
• Adhere to government issued travel restrictions and guidance issued by the region you will be travelling to and the region you are travelling from.
• Evaluate your own health and that of people you are in close contact with; contact the meeting/event organizers if you have concerns.
• Stay home if you feel sick.
On-site during the event:
Follow guidance from your local health authority for everyday actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses including:
• Washing hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or an alcohol-based sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
• Avoiding touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Covering your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing. Throw used tissues in the trash.
• Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Agreeing to have your temperature taken before entering the meeting/event venue, if required by the event organizers.
• Agreeing to wear a mask or facial covering, if required by the event organizers.
• Adhering to social distance protocols put in place by the event organizers and respect others’ personal space.
• Going to the event First Aid office (or equivalent) at any time, if you feel unwell or are experiencing flu-like symptoms.
Post-event:
Based on current contact tracing advice from many health authorities, if you test positive for COVID-19 up to 14 days after returning home, please contact the meeting/event organizers to advise them.
Questions?
- Email us at [email protected]