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front to back to eliminate crossover contact. [3]
 This would have to work with any scheduled seating
times that you implement. [1]
* Consider ways to remove passing of paper and items:
 Prepaid/digital ticketing processes, touchless in-person
payment methods. [3]
 Use e-tickets and phone scanners, or guests retain the
ticket after scanning. [1]
 Create a digital program that is emailed out or projected in the theatre. [3]
 Discontinue reuse of paper programs for multiple performances. [3]
* Late seating policies may need revision; consider if it would
be possible in your venue.
*
You may choose to implement a one-way traffic pattern
throughout your venue if it makes sense to do so. Signs or arrows on the floor are necessary with this method. [4]
* Pulse dismissal from seats to reduce crowding at bottleneck
points. [3]
* Establish direct exit routes - do not allow guests to congregate
in the lobby. [3] Intermissions will be difficult, see Audience
Etiquette page for more details.
Announcements
* Public addresses can repeat messages about the importance
of maintaining physical distance and the importance of washing and sanitizing hands in addition to other best practices
shared from medical and government authorities. [2, 4]
 These can occur while the house is open and ensures
that expectations are clear.
* Cleaning (also reference Cleaning and Disinfecting)
 Disinfect theatre between performances (spray application). [3]
Seating Considerations Material Resources List:
1. Event Safety Alliance. " Event Safety Alliance Reopening
Guide. " May 11, 2020. www.eventsafetyalliance.org/esareopening-guide, in particular pages 11-16.
2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. July 7, 2020.
" Considerations for Events and Gatherings. " https://www.
cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/
considerations-for-events-gatherings.html
3. Marshall, CJ and Dionne Christian. Guide to Reopening
Theatrical Venues. 2nd Draft. May 15, 2020. Performing
Arts Center Consortium Advisory Committee on Reopening,
in particular pages 22-24. https://www.apap365.org/
Portals/1/PDFs/Advocacy/PACC%20Reopening%20
Advisory%20%20Draft%20%20%20%20%20%20%20
Ver%204.0.pdf
4. Society of Independent Show Organizers (SISO). All Secure
Standard. In particular, pages 3 and 9, https://www.siso.
org/__media/PDFs/Industry-All-Secure-Standard-051420.
pdf

Tool and Equipment Sharing

Limit the sharing of tools between individuals where possible,
as tools have a high risk of potential contact transfer. Assign

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Limit the sharing of tools
between individuals where
possible, as tools have
a high risk of potential
contact transfer.

and label specific tools, task-specific PPE, extension cords,
pneumatic hoses, battery chargers, etc. to individual workers.
It is recommended that this technique of individualized tools
be explored first despite the possible up-front costs to reduce
potential spread via surface transmission.
Guidelines:
* Reduce tool sharing via job delegation utilizing techniques
such as assigning only one fabricator to the use of a stationary
saw, sewing station, dye vat, etc. [1]
* Cleaning supplies should be EPA List N-compliant or have
label claims against the coronavirus for cleaning frequently
touched surfaces like tools, handles, and machines. Supplies
should be provided in sufficient numbers and locations for the
cleaning of tools. [2]
 Clean and disinfect any shared hand tools before and
after use.
 Clean and disinfect shared stationary tools. Users
should clean handles, switches, fences, guards, and
other high-touch surfaces before and after each use.
* Install signage near any shared tools and collection areas to
remind users of updated cleaning protocols.
Fork Trucks, Pallet Jacks, Furniture Dollies/Carts, and
Other Shared Equipment:
* Limit access/use to a single person or worker group to reduce
the possibility of contact transmission; add additional equipment and time to projects. [2]
* Sanitize all hand-holds, controls, etc., according to CDC guidelines before and after each person uses the equipment. [2]
PPE:
* Eliminate shared PPE such as welding jackets, hard hats,
and goggles. Assign each fabricator equipment that is clearly
labeled. Provide cleaning and disinfecting products that are
EPA List-N-compliant or that have label claims against the
coronavirus and allow for additional time for cleaning within
the work day. [3]
 Clean and disinfect PPE after each use or shift. [4]

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