Updated Monday, March 16, 2020
SpaceLab Members, Guests and Friends:
We request that you join with us in following the preventive measures while working at and visiting SpaceLab locations as outlined below and as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization for the protection of us all.
While SpaceLab is thouroughly cleaned and disinfected every evening by a professional cleaning team and hard surfaces are disinfected during the day by building maintenance, we all need to do our part to reduce the spread of germs throughout the day.
- Stay home if you are sick.
- If you’ve traveled to a country that has a Level 3 Travel Health Notice (widespread, ongoing transmission), including China, Italy, Iran and South Korea, do not come to SpaceLab. You should stay home for at least 14 days from the time you left that country and practice social distancing.
- If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider for medical advice.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use at least a 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
- Hand sanitizer will be available in SpaceLab’s public areas and restrooms.
- Antibacterial disinfectant spray and wipes are under the sink and will be in open work areas.
- Practice social distancing. Work at least six to 10 feet from the next person.
- Wipe down your work surfaces, keyboards, arm rests and other surfaces. The cleaning crew will not move anything on your desk. They will only wipe down clear areas.
- Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects, including your mobile phone.
- Disinfect the kitchen counter and microwave after preparing your food.
- Do not leave dirty dishes in the sink or on the counter. Place them in the dishwasher or wash them immediately.
- Put food garbage in the trash receptacles in the kitchen. Rinse out beverage containers and place them in the recycle bins.
- Disinfect meeting rooms after your meeting, before exiting the room. Wipes or spray will be available.
- Avoid touching your face.
- Cover nose or mouth with a tissue or flexed elbow when coughing or sneezing.
- Choose an alternative to hand-shaking (fist bump, touch elbows, nod, wave). Avoid close contact with anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms.
If you haven’t already, consider putting the tips above into practice at home and other places you visit as well.
Additionally:
We have canceled or postponed all upcoming live, in-person events. Watch our event calendar for upcoming online events and presentations.
All visitors should sign in at the reception desk so we can keep a record in case of a local confirmed case. Members, please inform your guests of the sign-in policy, and escort them to your workspace.
Members, please make sure we have your current contact information (email address and mobile number) so that we can contact you in case of emergency.We value your health and safety. Be well!
Karen Burton
Co-founder and CEO
SpaceLab Detroit
