Outdoor Retailer is taking extra precautions to ensure attendees are safe when the in-person format returns in August. Those precautions include temperature checks and face masks.
Today, organizers revealed the health and safety plan for the upcoming event, which will take place from Aug. 10-12 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. In the plan — which will include precautions beyond what has been mandated by government and local authorities — Outdoor Retailer stated it will require temperature checks of all attendees and that face masks are required of everyone who enters the building. Only children under 2 years old won’t be required to wear a mask, and one will be provided to attendees, if needed.
Furthermore, OR said it designed the show with one-way entrances and exits and to allow for social distancing; will disinfect all seating, restrooms and frequently touched public areas daily; medical personnel will be available to help those who feel ill unexpectedly at the show; and exhibitors will have access to enhanced cleaning and disinfection services for their booths.
Also, Outdoor Retailer said there will be no hugs or handshakes because of its no-contact policy.
When arriving, event organizers suggest attendees allow for extra time for both arrival and when making appointments. Transparent barriers will be in place on registration counters and attendees will be asked to confirm they acknowledge and accept the terms and conditions before receiving badges.
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