Changes listed below are being made based on recommendations from the CDC and other governmental recommendations to try and slow the spread of COVID-19.
Masks
Following the University guidelines found on UH Responds to COVID-19 — face coverings are no longer required on the University of Houston campus per Governor Abbott’s Executive Order #36 but are encouraged.
Hand Sanitizer Stations
Hand sanitizer dispensers have been added at the following locations:
- All entrances/exits
- By all elevators
- By all restrooms
- In main office lobby areas
Cleaning and Maintenance
- Frequency of cleaning high-touch areas have increased
- Stronger EPA-approved chemicals are being used
- Working closely with the custodial staff to evaluate additional needs moving forward
- Nanoseptic technology installed on several high-touch areas such as elevator buttons and wide handle push bars
- Clorox 360 electrostactic cleaner purchased to disinfect event spaces
Public Spaces/Lounges/Lobby
Furniture
- Some furniture temporarily placed in storage to allow for additional distancing
- Signs placed on furniture to indicate which seats are available/unavailable
- Touchless water faucet installed in Suite 271
- Added signage and hand sanitizer
HVAC/Air Filter Changes
- Air Handlers and fan coil unit maintenance performed May 2021
- Regular Preventative maintenance will be conducted to ensure proper functionality and filtration
- Higher rated filters being installed campus-wide
Signage
Both Physical and Digital signage to display various recommendations on personal hygiene and COVID-19 related information.
Elevators
- Signs placed near main staircase encouraging patrons to use stairs
Restrooms
- Signage placed on mirrors regarding proper hand-washing
Breakroom
- Signage above breakroom sinks to wash hands
- Signage to wipe down communally-used appliances
Shared Printers
- Signage above device requesting individuals to clean after use
Water System
- Use of water fountains will be discouraged
- Touchless water filling stations will be operational and more frequently cleaned
- Ice Machines have been emptied and serviced
Protective Equipment
- Sneeze Guards/Plexiglass have been added at several front desks/counters including CARS, Shastas, Game’s Room and Info Desk
- Foot Pulls added on restroom doors that don’t push outwards
- Gloves provided for staff to use as needed
Leisure Services
Games Room and Shasta’s Ice Cream & More have established protocol to ensure the safety of all individuals
- Employees wear gloves and face masks
- No longer taking Cash. Credit Card only
- Bulk candy purchase is no longer self serve
- UV wands to help sanitize equipment
- Stronger spray for shared equipment
- COVID Risk Management Matrix for Games Rooms events
Events
- Masks encouraged
- More stringent food policies
- Sanitizing equipment
- Managed Event Plan