NEPO+ Health & Safety Policy

Last updated: June 29, 2022

This Health & Safety Policy describes Our policies and procedures regarding the communication, experience and safety of Your in person visit to the Long Beach, CA NEPO+ Gallery when You use the Reservations, Workshops, or Events page to RSVP or book an appointment and it tells You to read and agree to Your privacy rights, terms and conditions, and this health and safety document. We use Your Personal data to provide and improve the Reservations, Workshops, or Events Service. By using the Reservations Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Health Policy

We do not require our guests to be vaccinated or boosted.
We do not require our guests to wear a mask but, it is highly recommended especially if you or a loved one is immunocompromised or at higher risk of getting sick.
All guests will undergo a contactless temperature scan before entering the gallery. If your temperature is above 99 degrees Fahrenheit then you will not be allowed to enter the gallery that day.
Please stay 6ft a part from one another as per the CDC recommendations below.
Please use our sanitizer when entering and leaving the gallery.

Recommended CDC Guidelines on "How to Protect Yourself & Others"

Get Vaccinated and stay up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines

COVID-19 vaccines are effective at preventing you from getting sick. COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalizations, and death.
Getting vaccinated is the best way to slow the spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
CDC recommends that everyone who is eligible stay up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines, including people with weakened immune systems.

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Wear a mask

Everyone ages 2 years and older should properly wear a well-fitting mask indoors in public in areas where the COVID-19 Community Level is high, regardless of vaccination status.
Wear a mask with the best fit, protection, and comfort for you.
If you are in an area with a high COVID-19 Community Level and are ages 2 or older, wear a mask indoors in public.
If you are sick and need to be around others, or are caring for someone who has COVID-19, wear a mask.
If you are at increased risk for severe illness, or live with or spend time with someone at higher risk, speak to your healthcare provider about wearing a mask at medium COVID-19 Community Levels.
People who have a condition or are taking medications that weaken their immune system may not be fully protected even if they are up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines. They should talk to their healthcare providers about what additional precautions may be necessary.
- For more information, see COVID-19 Vaccines for Moderately or Severely Immunocompromised People

Everyone aged 2 years or older—including passengers and workers— should properly wear a well-fitting mask or respirator in indoor areas of public transportation (such as airplanes, trains, buses, ferries) and transportation hubs (such as airports, stations, and seaports), especially in locations that are crowded or poorly ventilated such as airport jetways.

Stay 6 feet away from others

Inside your home: Avoid close contact with people who are sick, if possible. If possible, maintain 6 feet between the person who is sick and other household members. If you are taking care of someone who is sick, make sure you properly wear a well-fitting mask and follow other steps to protect yourself.
Indoors in public: If you are not up to date on COVID-19 vaccines, stay at least 6 feet away from other people, especially if you are at higher risk of getting very sick with COVID-19.

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Avoid poorly ventilated spaces and crowds

If indoors, bring in fresh air by opening windows and doors, if possible.
If you are at increased risk of getting very sick from COVID-19, avoid crowded places and indoor spaces that do not have fresh air from the outdoors.

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Test to prevent spread to others

You can choose from many different types of tests.
Tests for SARS-CoV-2(the virus that causes COVID-19) tell you if you have an infection at the time of the test. This type of test is called a viral test because it looks for viral infection.
Regardless of the test type you select, a positive test result means that you have an infection and should isolate and inform your close contacts to avoid spreading disease to others.
Over-the-counter self-tests are viral tests that can be used at home or anywhere, are easy to use, and produce rapid results. Anyone can use self-tests, regardless of their vaccination status or whether they have symptoms.
COVID-19 self-tests are one of many risk-reduction measures, along with vaccination, masking, and physical distancing, that protect you and others by reducing the chances of spreading COVID-19.

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Wash your hands often

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
It’s especially important to wash your hands:
- Before eating or preparing food
- Before touching your face
- After using the restroom
- After leaving a public place
- After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
- After handling your mask
- After changing a diaper
- After caring for someone sick
- After touching animals or pets
If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

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Cover coughs and sneezes

If you are wearing a mask: You can cough or sneeze into your mask. Put on a new, clean mask as soon as possible and wash your hands.

If you are not wearing a mask:
- Always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, or use the inside of your elbow and do not spit.
- Throw used tissues in the trash.
- Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

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Clean and disinfect

Clean high touch surfaces regularly or as needed and after you have visitors in your home. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.
If someone is sick or has tested positive for COVID-19, disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
- Use a household disinfectant product from EPA’s List N: Disinfectants for Coronavirus (COVID-19)external icon according to manufacturer’s labeled directions.
- If surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.

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Monitor your health daily

Be alert for symptoms:
- Watch for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19.
- Take your temperature if symptoms develop.
- Don’t take your temperature within 30 minutes of exercising or after taking medications that could lower your temperature, like acetaminophen.
- Follow CDC guidance if symptoms develop.
Monitoring symptoms is especially important if you are running errands, going into the office or workplace, and in settings where it may be difficult to keep a physical distance of 6 feet.

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Follow recommendations for quarantine

If you come into close contact with someone with COVID-19: follow CDC’s recommendations for quarantine.

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Follow recommendations for isolation

If you test positive for COVID-19 or have symptoms: follow CDC’s recommendations for isolation.

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Take precautions when you travel

Follow CDC’s recommendations for domestic and international travel.

Additional Resources

For more information, see:

Families with vaccinated and unvaccinated members
Improve How Your Mask Protects You
Information for specific groups of people (link: COVID-19 Information for Specific Groups of People | CDC)

Safety Policy

Please do not verbally or physically assault any guest, guide, model, or instructor while on the premise or you will be asked to leave and further action may be escalated at the discretion of the instructor and, or guide.
Please do not touch our instructors, models or guides and maintain at least 6 ft distance from them for your safety and theirs.
Please read and abide by all caution signs and let the instructor / guide know of any mobility, visual or hearing impairments prior to your arrival.
Please do not touch any of the artwork. If you would like to purchase something please allow an instructor or guide to assist you. If you damage any art work intentionally or unintentionally you will be fully liable and subject to payment in the full amount so please proceed through the gallery with respect caution.
Alcohol, illegal substances and, or weapons of any kind are not allowed in the gallery.
Service animals are welcome but, must remain on leash at all times and you are fully liable both financially and legally for any damage or injury they may cause to themselves, to the artwork or others.

These policies and procedures are subject to change without notice and by making a reservation you agree to comply and abide by the rules and regulations listed above.