Reopen

Protospace COVID 19 Reopening Plan

This is a living document, and subject to change while the group decides on it's content. Don't be shy! Think of it this way-- If you are a member of Protospace, not only are you encouraged to make changes, but not editing something implies that your in agreement with this document. We need your input.

Reopening History - Steps taken so far

We reopened Monday June 1 with limitations on occupancy (15 max) and other compliance steps detailed below.
As of June 12 Occupancy was relaxed to 50 members, We discontinued use of tag board.
June 19 front door was reactivated for members cards.

Occupancy

Until Friday, June 12th, the Alberta government limits indoor gatherings to a maximum of 15. Starting Friday, June 12th, the maximum occupancy will be 50 Persons.

Protospace will provide a mechanism near the entrance that will show the total current occupancy at a glance. An example mechanism would be tag board with 15 tags. It is required that all members must use this mechanism entering and exiting Protospace. If Protospace is at maximum occupancy, you are not allowed to enter.

Limiting Transmission

If you are sick you are not allowed to enter Protospace.
You must observe the 2 meter social distancing rules at all times.
To limit asymptomatic spread, face coverings are recommended (but optional) while inside the space
After using a station, (such as the laser cutter) you must disinfect the station according to directions posted. (This is not always going to be practicable, wash your hands before and after using)
Wash your hands regularly. Protospace has many common touch areas (such as Door handles) that can't practically be disinfected after every use.
No food on premises. Kitchen is closed.
if you use the restroom, ensure the toilet paper and soap is stocked. If they are not then it is up to you to see that they are. This is standard procedure for Protospace. Additionally because of COVID 19 We have Instituted a Cleaning Log for the bathroom. Keep it up to date.
After using the washroom, you are required to disinfect it as a final step.

Consequences

Any member seen not following the above rules is subject to a 2 week suspension of card access.
The member with the lowest issued tag number is considered the person responsible for enforcement.

Additional Things Members Can Do To Help

Try to use the space as minimally as possible. Do your projects at home as much as you can.
Use the tracking app ABTraceTogether

Additional Steps we could take

To allow contact tracing by Alberta Health, an entry log will be maintained. Members shall sign in with the date and time of their entry, and record the time when they leave. Each day’s log shall be retained by PS for 21 days then destroyed.