NCTM’S Plans for a Healthy and Productive Event
Baltimore COVID-19 Policies
Updated October
21, 2022
As the COVID-19 pandemic transitions to an endemic with vaccinations, widely available rapid tests, and high-quality masks easily obtainable and affordable, NCTM will emphasize focusing on personal responsibility for NCTM in-person events. This includes:
Below are some steps NCTM will be taking to help create a safe and productive event. We also encourage attendees to stay up-to-date with Baltimore City
public health recommendations prior to and during your visit.
Masks
NCTM follows the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local and state guidelines for health and safety at in-person events. Per the most recent guidance protocols from the CDC, counties are assessed based on multiple factors and classified by
Green, Yellow, or Red. Baltimore is currently in the Green or "Low" category and people may choose to mask at any time. View current information on wearing masks in Baltimore
COVID-19 by County | CDC.
Venue
The Baltimore Convention Center has received a GBAC STARtm accreditation for facilities. Enhanced cleaning and safety measures for the venue include, but are not limited to the following:
- Lobbies, public spaces, and other high-traffic areas are equipped with stations offering both hand gel and disinfecting wipes
- Enhanced cleaning for high touch points in public spaces, including doorknobs, elevator controls, escalator rails, and restrooms
- Electrostatic sprayers have been put into use for sanitizing the facility.
- Touchless payment transactions are available at food stations.
- Auto-fill bottle water fountains are available throughout the facility near restrooms for easy access.
Hotels
Hotels that implemented enhanced rigorous cleanliness protocols are included in NCTM's hotel block.
Contactless
Payments
As part of our health and safety protocols, NCTM will provide contactless payment options at NCTM registration, the NCTM Bookstore and NCTM Central. Accepted credit card payments will include any US- and most internationally issued magstripe or chip
cards bearing a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover logo. Checks may be accepted for the exact amount at registration only. All payments
are to be made in United States Dollars (USD$). No cash
payments. Please check with individual exhibitors and sponsors for their onsite payment policies.
Skilled
Staff
- All convention center employees have received training regarding coronavirus safety. Individuals performing cleaning and housekeeping duties have received additional training regarding cleaning methods, product use, and other activities.
Hand
Sanitizer
- Contactless hand sanitizing stations are available throughout the building for all individuals.
Medical Care
First-aid staff will be located at stations in the convention center and will be able to assist attendees or exhibitors as needed. The City of Baltimore is also the home of some of the nation’s leading medical facilities. Three first-class facilities
are in or near the downtown area near the Baltimore Convention Center: The University of Maryland Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital, and Mercy Medical Center.
Exposition
Hall
- To accommodate social distancing, NCTM has increased the aisle width in the exposition hall to allow for less congested traffic flow between booths.
- Signage will be placed to remind attendees and exhibitors of social distancing and hygiene recommendations.
Social
Distancing
- Avoid physical contact, including hugs and handshakes.
- Signage will be used to encourage social distancing in common areas.
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