October 2020
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October 2020 Table of Contents I. OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................... 2 II. TIMELINE .......................................................................................................... 5 III. TASK FORCE & COMMITTEES ................................................................................... 7 IV. ADVANCE GAME DAY PREPARATION .......................................................................... 9 V. EXTERNAL GAME DAY OPERATIONS ......................................................................... 20 VI. INTERNAL GAME DAY OPERATIONS .......................................................................... 25 VII. APPENDIX ......................................................................................................... 41 Return to Competition August 2020 1 I. Overview a. Opening UH Athletics plan is to execute live events with fans while complying with all Federal, State, and Local guidance and/or mandates along with the American Athletic Conference and University of Houston requirements. Consistent with the Department of State Health Services per the direction of the Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas guidelines, Houston Athletics is developing a Return to Competition plan in accordance with the “Professional Sports Leagues” guidelines. As local and state government agencies introduce new safety and security guidelines and protocols around the country to assist with combating COVID-19 along with “reopening” plans to help stabilize our economy; every industry and sector will make widespread, sweeping changes as we collectively work towards our “new normal.” With current reduced capacity (up to 25%) and social distancing mandates by the Governor for public sporting events in Texas, college and professional facilities alike will be charged and expected to produce comprehensive and flexible operational and safety plans and protocols that will deliver a safe, secure and convenient fan/guest experience when attending live events. Our communities and society, in general, rely heavily on sports; not only for psychological relief and enjoyment but also serving as a catalyst to reinvigorate and help stimulate our economy. UH Athletics understands its role and responsibility here in Houston and takes great pride in knowing that we can make a positive difference for the residents in our community while providing a platform and outlet during these difficult times. UH Athletics will be adapting comprehensive new protocols, standards and safety measures that will meet the mandated requirements and guidelines set forth by our local and/or state government agencies along with industry “best practices” that will deliver a safe and enjoyable experience for our fans and guests attending Houston athletic events. These newly established guidelines and protocols being implemented will not replace or supersede any prior venue policies or guidelines; and will be reviewed, adjusted and/or modified as new information and protocols are developed. Rather, these newly formed plans and protocols are intended as “extra measures” to assist with enhanced safety precautions as part of our reopening and return to live events. UH Athletics will take any necessary measures that are prudent, responsible and safe for our student-athletes, coaches, staff, fans and guests; as the health, safety and wellness will remain our top priority! 2 b. Preventative Action & Sanitizing Fundamental to the reduction of risk associated with the spread of COVID-19 is the use of best practices with wearing face coverings/masks, properly hand sanitizing and social distancing. In situations where use of a mask may be problematic, adhering to best practices in social distancing becomes more important as does the need to properly disinfect and sanitize public areas, equipment and locations to help minimize any touchpoints or personal contact. c. Public Responsibility & Acknowledgement Ticket and/or credential holder acknowledges a that by tendering a ticket or credential and/or entering a UH venue, ticket holder, on behalf of him/herself and, to the extent permitted by law, any accompanying minor(s), agrees to the following additional terms, conditions, and waivers. Ticket holder assumes all risks inherent to the game or related event including the risk of lost, stolen, damaged property, personal injury, etc. of any kind and hereby waives any and all claims or potential claims arising from such risks, exposure, damages, or injuries, including but not limited to viruses. d. Venue Partner Responsibility & Acknowledgement All venue event partners are responsible for the development and execution of their respective COVID-19 safety protocols. In the circumstance the protocols do not meet the University of Houston guidelines and protocols the venue event partner must adhere to those components of the UH guidelines. Return to Competition August 2020 3 Timeline II. Timeline June 8 – 24 Return to Competition Task Force planning meetings June 26 – July 2 Return to Competition Leadership Committees kickoff meeting & one-on-one department planning meetings July 9 Return to Competition Leadership Committees - Department Plan Submission Deadline July 10 – 16 Return to Competition Task Force Department Plan Updated Draft Reviews July 13 Return to Competition Task Force Final Draft Revisions Deadline: July 24 Vice President of Athletics Return to Competition Plan Review July 27 UH Athletics Return to Competition Plan submission to Campus for review & approval July 31 UH Athletics Return to Competition Final Plan submission to American Athletic Conference (AAC) Return to Competition August 2020 5 Task Force & Committees III. Task Force & Committees UH Athletics Return to Competition Task Force • Chris Pezman, Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics • David Tagliarino (Chair), Deputy Director of Athletics, CRO • Michael McBride, Senior Associate Athletics Director, External Operations • TJ Meagher, Senior Associate Athletics Director, Capital Projects • Bruce Gregory, Senior Associate Athletics Director for Event Operations, Facilities and Grounds • Duane Scott, Director of Event Booking • Jim Wynkoop, General Manager for OVG Facilities • John Houston, Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine • Scott Draper, American Athletic Conference Associate Commissioner UH Athletics Return to Competition Leadership Committee • Monty Porter, Deputy Director of Athletics, COO • DeJuena Chizer, Senior Associate Athletics Director/SWA • Katina Jackson, Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development • Grantscott Greene, Director for Video Board Operations • Pam Kehoe, Associate Athletics Director for Marketing & Fan Engagement • Tyler Pigg, Associate Athletics Director for Strategic Communications • Alexis Williams, Associate Athletics Director for Ticket Sales & Operations • Lauren Wilson, GM Learfield IMG College • Colin Bastien, General Manager for Del North • Lorenzo Constantini, Director of Operations - Metroclean UH Athletics Return to Competition Sub Committee • Russell Durrant, Director of Ticket Operations • Brandon Evans, General Manager of Ticket Sales • Medgar Jacobs, Director for Information Technology • John Noud, Associate Athletics Director for Development • Ryan Dorchester, Assistant Athletics Director of Football Operations • Meshesha Negga, Director of Operations for Men’s Basketball • Lameisha Ligons, Director of Operations for Women’s Basketball • Dwight Allison, Assistant Athletics Director for Performance Nutrition • Dan Matthiesen, Assistant Athletics Director for Equipment Services Return to Competition August 2020 7 Advance Game Day Preparation IV. Advance Game Day Preparation a. Facility Cleaning & Sanitization Protocols OVERVIEW Sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces are currently understood to be one of the important ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19. High-frequency touch points will be cleaned and disinfected prior to crews, teams, and guest’s arrival for UH Athletic events. Metroclean provides cleaning and sanitization services at TDECU Stadium and will utilize specialized and selected equipment, supplies, tools and related resources to provide cleaning and sanitization services that meet State and Local requirements and are consistent with UH Athletics and AAC “return to competition” plans and requirements. Medical Grade Disinfectant Treatment: • TB-Cide Quat (EPA Reg. No. 1839-83) is a medical Grade disinfectant that has a two-minute kill time for the COVID-19 virus. Sprayers to wipe down high- frequency touch points during times of occupancy • Metroclean will sanitize work and public spaces with the EPA registered Arcot Refresh Quant Sanitizer (EPA Reg. No. 10324-81) prior to occupancy. Sanitization treatment is applied through fogging with a dry time of approximately 20 minutes PARKING/EXTERIOR • Sanitizing and disinfecting of high touch surfaces related to the path of fans from parking to the entrance gate is executed beginning two hours before kickoff and routinely through kickoff • Sanitizing and disinfecting of high touch surfaces related to the path of fans leading up to and including the Box Office, Will Call and Gate Entry locations beginning two hours before kickoff and routinely through kickoff • Sanitizing and disinfecting of high touch surfaces related to the path of fans leading up to and including the Premium space entrance locations beginning two hours before kickoff and routinely through kickoff • Sanitizing and disinfecting of high