Safety Guidelines

PREPARE TO PLAY

The health and safety of our students, members and staff are our top priority. We will follow CDC guidelines and Georgia Department of Public Health safe practices for COVID-19.

If you are not feeling well or are experiencing any of the symptoms related to COVID-19, please stay home. Please visit the CDC website (www.cdc.gov) for the full list of symptoms.

What to Bring

• Your PantherCard to enter and exit. Biometric finger scanning will not be available. • Water bottle, or bottled sports drink in a plastic spill proof container with a lid. Water fountains will not be available. • Any equipment you would want to use when you visit. • Your mask or face covering; you will always be required to wear it.

What to Expect When You Arrive

COVID-19 SCREENING QUESTIONS, TEMPERATURE CHECKS AND MASKS/FACE COVERING: Everyone who wishes to access the Student Recreation Center will be required to complete a brief COVID-19 Screening and have their temperature taken at the main entrance.

Masks/Face covering use will be in addition to and is not a substitute for social distancing.

If wearing a mask/face covering is not possible, you are welcome to take advantage of our online programming options.

ACCESS WILL NOT BE GRANTED TO ANYONE WHO: • Is experiencing any of the following symptoms: fever or chills, cough, headache, fatigue, sore throat, muscle/body aches, congestion/ runny nose, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting, new loss of smell/taste, trouble breathing. These symptoms are subject to change due to

CDC guidelines. • Has a temperature of 100.4°F or higher. • Refuses to wear a mask/face covering while inside of the Student

Recreation Center. • Anyone experiencing a fever of 100.4°F or higher, or any of the symptoms listed above, will be encouraged to contact the Student

Health Clinic or their primary health care provider.

NEW SAFETY POLICIES • Masks or face coverings must always be worn. • Elevator capacity is 4 people per elevator. • Please follow social distancing 6 feet protocols. • Capacity for spaces will be posted outside of each room and area. • Equipment lending will not be available. Limited laundry items such as towels and t-shirts will be available for checkout. • You are encouraged to bring your own equipment for personal use.

Information is subject to change. Please check recreation.gsu.edu for additional information.

CLEANING PROVIDED BY RECREATIONAL SERVICES • Hand sanitizer stations (stands and touchless) are available in all areas. • Increased frequency of cleaning throughout operating hours and high touch areas. • Gym wipes will be available in all areas for patron use. • Sneeze guard panels will be located at all customer service areas.

PLAY YOUR PART

Panther Code of Conduct

Our department is committed to providing a safe environment. The following guidelines are being put in place to help ensure your safety and the safety of our staff. We are asking our patrons for their mutual commitment to help us keep our Georgia State University community safe while using our facilities. • Wear a mask/face covering at all times. • Do not visit our recreation facilities if you are sick or experiencing any of the symptoms of COVID-19. • Make an appointment if you need to speak with a staff member.

Meetings will be conducted online as often as possible. • Practice proper personal hygiene. Wash your Paws, Panthers! • Practice CDC guidelines on social distancing: www.cdc.gov • Closely follow all building wayfinding, room capacity and queuing signage. • Clean all equipment you come in to contact with both before and after use with the provided cleaning solutions. • Bring in your own personal exercise equipment: yoga mats, exercise bands, foam rollers, towels, etc. • Please let a staff member know if you witness anyone not following these guidelines or if you feel unsafe at any time. • Provide your feedback on your experience in our facilities through our website.

Spaces Available

• Exercise Room • Free Weight Area • Racquetball courts: Single play allowed. Bring your own equipment.

No more than two people. Reservations only. • Main Gym Courts 1 & 2. Basketball goals and volleyball nets will not be available. • Track • Aquatic Center (Lap pool, Leisure Pool, Spa) • Patio/Outdoor Lawn • Bathroom and Locker Rooms • Climbing Wall • Bouldering Cave: Reservations only