COVID Code of Conduct
The chapter's first priority is the safety and wellbeing of all members, attendees, staff, and volunteers.
The following policies have been adopted to insure a safe, healthy and respectful environment in which to return to in-person meetings and events. The chapter does not require masks at indoor gatherings, but we respect the decision of any attendee who opts to continue masking out of an abundance of caution.
By submitting a registration for a CAI chapter program or event, attendees agree to the CAI Communicable Disease Related Hold Harmless, Release, Waiver of Liability, and Indemnity Agreement. Scroll down to review the terms of this waiver. You will be required to agree to the terms of this waiver in the event registration checkout process.
By registering for any chapter event, all attendees agree that failure to comply with this Event Code of Conduct will result in your removal from the event, without refund, and potentially being banned from future Keystone CAI events as determined by the Keystone CAI Board of Directors.
Covid Code of Conduct for Events
Before Leaving Home for the Event
- Follow relevant guidance provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), the CDC and state and local health authorities.
- Adhere to government issued restrictions, if any, 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 the local health authority, for everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses including:
- Agree to follow Federal, state and / or local guidelines regarding wearing of masks.
- Follow relevant guidance provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), the CDC and state and local health authorities.
- 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.
- Agree to have your temperature taken before entering the meeting/event venue.
- Adhere to social distance protocols and respect others’ personal space.
- Seek First Aid 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 event organizers.
- Follow relevant guidance provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), the CDC and state and local health authorities.
Communicable Disease Related Hold-Harmless, Release, Waiver of Liability, and Indemnity Agreement
As of August 16, 2021, the chapter has adopted a Covid Code of Conduct for Events. Whenever you register for an event, you agree to abide by the terms of this Code of Conduct, including wearing of masks at indoor events. Click here for the Covid-19 Code of Conduct for Events.
Waiver
- A mask must be worn in accordance with state and local requirements. Attendees without a mask will be denied entrance to the venue / event.
- Social distancing will be enforced during the event and seating will be arranged accordingly.
- Hand sanitizer stations will be set up at the venues.
- Food and beverage will be packaged and served in a manner that minimizes contact between attendees and service staff.
- Attendees are expected to act in a responsible manner and to observe and comply with all Covid-19 safety protocols. CAI reserves the right to remove any attendee that does not follow these guidelines.
[REPEALED] Vaccination Policy For In-person Meetings & Events
This policy was repealed by the Chapter Board of Directors on March 24, 2022.
The chapter has adopted a Covid-19 Vaccination requirement and a Covid Code of Conduct for all in person meetings and events. Whenever you register for an event, you agree to abide by the terms of these policies, including presenting proof of full Covid-19 vaccination OR proof of a negative PCR test within 48 hours of the event.
Vaccination Policy For In-person Meetings & Events
- Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination for admittance to any in-person meetings and events, OR
- Provide proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken within 48 hours of arrival on-site, along with a photo ID. The test must be administered by a medical professional, presented on official paperwork, and not be self-administered.
All attendees to chapter meetings and events will also be required to adhere to any Federal, state and / or local guidelines regarding the wearing of masks.
All individuals will be required to acknowledge an understanding of this policy in the event registration process. Individuals who register for an event and are not able to comply with this policy when checking in on-site at the event will not be admitted to the event, and will not receive a refund on the registration fee since the chapter will be obligated to cover the costs of your attendance at the event.
This policy is based on guidance and recommendations issued by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The COVID-19 vaccines approved by the FDA for emergency use authorization and the vaccines that the FDA has fully approved have been determined to be critical in reducing the community prevalence of COVID-19.
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