IQPC - Covid-19 Policy

IQPC takes seriously the health and safety of our staff and of our clients, vendors, customers and guests. Our policies are developed to follow guidance set by UK government regarding the Covid-19 pandemic. However, we will also be relying on the good judgment and professionalism of our attendees to behave responsibly throughout any event. Should you at any time have any questions or concerns regarding these protocols, please feel free to reach out to any IQPC staff member at the event.

In order to be admitted to the event, attendees must:

• Provide proof of double vaccination (NHS app/ EU Vaccine passport and US equivalent)

• Or a time and date-stamped negative Covid test within 48 hours of the morning of the event. The test must meet performance standards of 97% specificity, 80% sensitivity at viral loads above 100,000 copies/ml.

This could include tests such as;

o A nucleic acid test, including a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test or derivative technologies, including loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) tests.

o An antigen test, such as a test from a lateral flow device Without this proof attendees will not be admitted to the event.

• By only admitting fully vaccinated individuals or those who provide a negative Covid test result it will reduce the need for masks and social distancing at the event.

• The wearing of masks will be optional however IQPC staff will wear them at all times in event areas indoors.

• IQPC will make efforts to ensure that there are areas available for social distancing at many portions of the event, there may be some event activities (for example, small-group breakout sessions) where social distancing may not be practicable. If an attendee wishes to limit themselves to activities where they can socially distance, please speak with any IQPC staff member at the event, who can advise you as to room capacity and attendee size for any specific activity at the event.

• Following government guidance handshakes will be permitted, but we ask all attendees to respect individuals choices on this. Hand sanitiser will also be available throughout the event

• Regular cleaning of the event areas will be provided by the venue

• We ask that every person at the event self-monitor for symptoms of illness before entering the event each day. If you are feeling feverish, have a persistent cough, or are otherwise experiencing potential symptoms of Covid-19, please do not enter the event. Instead, you should contact venue or IQPC staff via telephone so that we can ensure you receive testing, medical attention and whatever other assistance may be appropriate to ensure your safety and that of others around you. - While the above is intended as general guidance for the event, IQPC reserves the right to modify this policy in the event of new government guidance, rules and advice for onsite events and will be constantly reviewing this.

• Attendees should at all times follow directions that may be given by IQPC event staff or venue staff, to ensure the safety and comfort of all event