The Safety of Our Community is the #1 Priority
ASIS International, in partnership with Safe Expo, is committed to protecting your health and safety at Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2021 through these measures. With careful consideration, and at the advisement of Safe Expo, we have implemented these practices to allow for an event experience where all stakeholders can safely and effectively learn, conduct business, and network.
These regulations are subject to change; please check back frequently for the latest health and safety guidelines.
 | Face Masks Required Face masks are required for the duration of GSX. Masks with vents, holes, or filters, as well as gaiter neck masks, are not permitted. |
 | Optional VaxPass Prior to arrival at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, staff, and vendors are encouraged to submit proof of vaccination which allows for the bypassing of daily health attestations. Launching mid-August. |
 | Health Attestations Upon arrival each day at OCCC, all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, staff, and vendors will be required to complete a health attestation on a mobile phone or tablet. Those who have uploaded proof of vaccination via VaxPass are able to bypass the daily health attestation. |
 | Frequent Cleaning We will be following guidelines from the CDC and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for health screenings, sanitizing, and frequent hand washing. |
 | Signage In staging/check-out areas at the OCCC, floors are marked to help guide social distancing and physically separate and increase distance between employees and patrons. |
 | Please Stay Home If Sick Any person who is exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, been diagnosed with COVID-19, or who has interacted with someone who has COVID-19 within 14 days prior to GSX, should stay home. |
 | Contact Tracing If a significant number of those in attendance are found to have tested positive within 14 days post-GSX, all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, staff, and vendors will be notified. |
What to Expect
Before GSX
Attendee Waiver When Registering
The goal of ASIS International is to hold a safe event, but it is not possible to remove all risk. To allow the ASIS International’s Global Security Exchange 2021 to move forward during the pandemic, ASIS must advise you of the risks and request that you sign a waiver during the registration process. A copy of the waiver is available for download.
Optional VaxPass
Prior to arrival at OCCC, all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, staff, and vendors are encouraged to submit proof of vaccination which allows for the bypassing of daily health attestations.
What to Bring: Registration Confirmation, Face Masks, & Headphones
Please bring your digital or print registration confirmation with you to Orlando. Facemasks will be required for the duration of GSX, please bring plenty of masks. Additionally, headphones will not be provided and will be required to access all Learning Theater Content.
Arriving at GSX
Daily Health Attestations
Upon arrival each day at OCCC, all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, staff, and vendors who have not confirmed vaccination status via VaxPass will be required to complete a daily health attestation on a mobile phone or tablet.
- If you pass the daily health attestation, you will receive a green check mark to show to the screening staff. You will receive a color-coded sticker for your badge for that day.
- If you do not pass the daily heath attestation, you will not be allowed access to OCCC for that day.
Registration
Face Masks
All registration staff will be wearing masks.
Barriers
Clear barriers will be installed on all registration counters for enhanced safety.
On-Site Registration
Anyone needing to register on-site will be asked to register on their own mobile device or laptop and pay via credit card.
No Cash
No cash or checks will be accepted on-site.
Regular Cleaning
Staff will regularly clean all registration equipment.
During GSX
Face Masks
- Face masks must be worn at all times in OCCC, except when actively eating or drinking (only pull down your mask to take a sip or bite).
- Masks with vents, holes, or filters, as well as gaiter neck masks, are not permitted. Three-ply masks are recommended. If you arrive without a mask, one will be provided for you.
- Individuals who refuse to wear a face mask will not be permitted entry into GSX.
No Contact Policy
GSX has a no-contact policy in place this year; no hugs or handshakes.
Social Distancing
We’ve designed the exhibit hall to allow for one-way entrances/exits. There will be no aisle carpet, to allow for enhanced cleaning and sanitation.
Frequent Cleaning
- Learning Theaters will be cleaned and disinfected in between each session and at the end of each day.
- The Exhibit Hall will be disinfected at the end of each day.
- Exhibitors will have the option to order enhanced cleaning and disinfection services for their booths.
- Trash will be removed from the exhibit hall with greater frequency.
- Daily disinfecting will take place to sanitize all seating areas, restrooms, and frequently touched public areas.
- Seating areas will be properly distanced and transparent shields will be placed at all food service areas and concession stands.
Health & Safety Measures Encouraged for Duration of Stay
All attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, staff, and vendors are encouraged to follow ASIS health and safety guidelines at all times during their stay in Orlando, not just while in the OCCC.
On-Site Medical Personnel
Feeling sick unexpectedly at the show? Medical personnel will be onsite and available to help anyone feeling unwell.
After GSX
Post-Show Contact Tracing
We ask that if you test positive for COVID-19 within 14 days after GSX, you notify the ASIS team via email or at +1.703.519.6200 so that we may launch our contact tracing protocols. Your identity will absolutely be kept confidential.
Attendee Notification
If a significant number of those in attendance are found to have tested positive within 14 days post-GSX, all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, staff, and vendors will be notified.
Questions?
Prior to GSX, please refer to the GSX website to review our full list of health and safety measures, or contact [email protected] with specific questions.
Once on-site, refer to signage placed throughout the OCCC explaining our health and safety measures or ask any ASIS staff member.
Safe Expo
ASIS is proud to partner with Safe Expo to ensure a safe and healthy environment for everyone at GSX 2021.
Pre-Event
Safe Expo will review and monitor health and safety protocols on the local, state, and national level during our planning process. They will assist with the development of the GSX Health Safety Plan and will coordinate our policies and procedures with the OCCC.
On-site
The Safe Expo team will serve as the GSX Health Safety Ambassadors. They will conduct all daily screening procedures in effect (for example, health attestations), and will remind registrants of the policies that were consented to at the time of registration (for example, mask wearing or social distancing).
Post-Event
Safe Expo will implement their robust health monitoring program and, if necessary, assist local health departments with contact tracing.
Attendee Waiver
The goal of ASIS International is to hold a safe event, but it is not possible to remove all risk. To allow the ASIS International’s Global Security Exchange 2021 to move forward during the pandemic, ASIS must advise you of the risks and request that you sign a waiver during the registration process. A copy of the waiver is available for download.
A Message from OCCC Security Supervisor and ASIS Member, Sandra Dailey, CPP
The Orange County Convention Center has a three-pronged strategy to safeguard clients, attendees, and employees:
- Implementing Recovery and Resiliency Guidelines including:
- 75% capacity in meeting rooms
- Physical distancing in public areas
- No handshakes
- Hand sanitizer dispensers in public areas
- Increased frequency of cleaning and sanitizing in public spaces
- Health and hygiene reminders throughout the property
- GBAC (Global Bio-risk Advisory Council®) STAR™ Accreditation – the third-party gold standard in cleanliness and disease prevention.
- Collaborating with Orlando Health – a premier, established healthcare system – to create a groundbreaking medical concierge program for conventions.