COVID-19 Safety Information

The safety and health of National Ambient Air Monitoring Conference attendees is our greatest concern. Our goal is to conduct the safest conference possible. We cannot forecast COVID-19's impact in August at this point. We will comply with city, state and federal guidance regarding gatherings and will expect all attendees to do so as well. We will update this page continuously as we receive updates.

UPDATE - 8/19/22

As of today (August 19, 2022), the CDC Covid Data Tracker reports a High Covid-19 community transmission level in Allegheny County (Pittsburgh), Pennsylvania. The Centers for Disease Control recommends that people wear masks indoors in public and on public transportation when in areas with a high community level. EPA employees and other Federal staff will be required to wear masks inside during the conference proceedings, per Agency policy. We request that attendees wear masks during proceedings unless speaking or presenting on stage. This request is made with the health and safety of all attendees in mind as we look forward to being together again in Pittsburgh. Please come prepared and bring masks with you. There will be a limited supply of masks available at the registration desk if you need one. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Please be safe and responsible. If you are feeling unwell or test positive for Covid-19, please do not attend the conference.

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Conference organizers request attendees stay at the Westin Pittsburgh to limit outside exposure and due to vetted safety procedures. The hotel is offering mobile check-in options.

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Conference staff are vaccinated, and we strongly urge attendees to do so.

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NAAMC organizers will follow the latest local ordinance regarding masking while at the conference.

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The David L. Lawrence Convention Center and NAAMC organizers will have ample hand sanitizer for attendees throughout the meeting location.

The convention center will also provide electrostatic disinfection while the rooms are empty.

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New! This year we are switching to a conference mobile app! The latest agenda and conference news will be at your fingertips. No handouts during the conference means less contact.

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If you are feeling unwell or are displaying any COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home. Most airlines have flexible cancellation policies.

The David L. Lawrence Convention Center has the DLCC Health & Safety Plan, supported by the VenueShield Environmental Hygiene Program.

The Westin Pittsburgh—official host hotel of the 2022 National Ambient Air Monitoring Conference, is also regularly updating their website about what you can expect during your visit to the Pittsburgh hotel, based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance.

The Westin is offering contactless check-in, enhanced sanitizing of public areas, and modified daily room servicing to limit contact between guests and staff. Guest rooms are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected prior to guest arrival, and refreshment of towels and sheets is still available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will conference attendees be required to have the COVID-19 vaccine?
Although not currently required, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) strongly recommends that people get fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and EPA supports CDC's position with regards to conference attendees. While exposure to COVID-19 is an inherent risk in any public location where people are present, per the CDC, vaccines are safe and highly effective at protecting people from the severe effects of COVID-19, and getting fully vaccinated may help protect people around you. The CDC recommends preventive measures for unvaccinated individuals; thus conference organizers and EPA encourages conference attendees to follow all relevant CDC guidance with regards to COVID-19. For more information see www.cdc.gov.

Will attendees be required to wear masks during the conference?
In addition to adhering to CDC guidelines, NAAMC organizers are also following local mandates relating to public health and safety. If Pittsburgh, the county, or state of Pennsylvania is under a mask mandate, then we will comply, and expect attendees to comply with mask wearing as well.