Health & Safety FAQ
Safety protocol will follow NDIA’s meeting guidelines which will meet or exceed state guidelines.
What additional precautions will I find at local airports?
For the health measures that Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is taking, please click here.
For the health measures that Denver International Airport (DEN) is taking, please click here.
What additional precautions are Uber and Lyft taking?
For the door-to-door safety standards for Uber, please click here.
For the latest updates on Lyft’s safety policies, please click here.
Will NDIA require attendees to sign a conference waiver to attend the conference?
Yes, all registrants are required to sign the COVID-19 waiver prior during the online registration process.
What is NDIA's mask policy?
Attendees who have been or will be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as of August 18, 2021 may choose to wear face masks. (Note, fully vaccinated includes two (2) weeks following the final dose of any of the FDA approved vaccines). All attendees who will not be fully vaccinated or prefer not to disclose vacccination status will be required to wear a face mask to all portions of SWIF 2021 in accordance with the latest CDC guidance. Where applicable, face masks must be worn to cover from the top of the nose to the bottom of the chin. Attendees should keep their masks conservative, professional, and in keeping with dignity and respect. Face coverings with demeaning or derogatory logos, profanity, offensive script or imagery, or political dissent are not authorized.
Will social distancing be implemented?
NDIA is planning additional venue space to allow for attendees to spread out and reduce crowding. Please restrain from handshakes and embracing as an extra precaution as well as following CDC’s guidelines. Consider using digital alternatives to share contact information. Ample hand sanitizer stations will be available; please wash your hands often, cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or elbow, and stay home if you are sick.
How will meeting rooms be set up?
Attendees can expect general seating at a variety of distances to accommodate attendee comfort levels with one entrance and one exit to each room, as well as increased cleaning protocols. Q&A segments will utilize Sli.do or similar applications to eliminate the sharing of microphones or question cards.
When can I pick up my conference badge?
Registration badges will be distributed at low touch/contactless stations utilizing pick-up time slots or other means to effectively limit crowds during the designated registration hours. Clearly marked lines with social distancing decals will also be set up to direct one-way traffic flow.
Will conference attendance be limited to a certain capacity?
Yes, to maintain social distancing in all meeting rooms and social events, there will be a limited capacity for the in-person conference. NDIA is following—and will remain in compliance with or exceed—all city, state, and federal guidelines. If the direction from federal, state, or local official public health authorities’ changes, NDIA will meet or exceed the new guidance.
Will one-day only attendance options be available?
Due to limited capacities for the conference, one-day only registration option will not be available this year.
How will food be served?
Food and beverages will be safely packaged or distributed for minimal contact and will be managed by trained staff wearing proper PPE. Seating will be physically distanced and outside when possible. Grab and go food selections will be available. NDIA has implemented pre-packaged food options to minimize touch points.
Note: This is subject to change as guidelines are updated.