Mask Requirement Lancaster County, Nebraska

In Effect for World Team Trials

To respond to an increase in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths, the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (LLCHD) issued a new local Directed Health Measure (DHM) that includes a mask requirement. The DHM will require all individuals ages two and older – regardless of vaccination status – to wear a mask when they are in an indoor space at all times. 

The DHM went into effect at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, August 26 and continues until September 30, when it will be reevaluated.  

The DHM includes exceptions. Masks are not required for the following:

• Individuals eating or drinking or seated to eat or drink
• Those exercising 
• Those engaged in an occupation that prevents the wearing of a mask
• Those obtaining a service or purchasing goods or services that requires the temporary removal of the mask
• A person giving a speech, lecture, or broadcast to an audience as long as six feet of distance from other individuals is maintained
• Those individuals who cannot otherwise wear a mask because of a medical condition, a mental health condition, or a disability that prevents the wearing of masks
• Courts of law; meetings or sessions of the Nebraska Legislature; individuals accessing federal, state, county, or city government services; congregate living settings; group homes and residential drug and/or mental health treatment facilities; or shelters

For more information on the DHM, visit covid19.lincoln.ne.gov or call 402-441-6280. For general information on COVID-19, visit the website or call the Health Department hotline at 402-441-8006.

COVID - 19 Screening Information and Directions: 

The 2021 Senior World Team Trials will be conducted following the requirements of the state and local health authorities. In an effort to mitigate COVID-19 and protect our members, everyone entering the venue must wear a mask and/or proper fitting face covering. Athletes/Coaches/Support Staff will be subject to a daily screening through the USAW Membership system. Anyone who does not comply with this will be asked to leave.    

CLICK HERE FOR USAW MEMBERSHIP SCREENING LINK
 

• Everyone will need to create a FREE USAW Account and Profile if you have not already. 
• Once you create a profile and/or log in to the USAW Membership system, there will be a series of Yes or No questions that must be answered. 
• Once the questions are completed, please take a screenshot of the result. 
• The screenshot will need to show a green "Pass" and correct "Date/Time" before entering the venue.
• USAW Membership screening is recommended to be done daily. 

COACHES AND ATHLETES PLEASE BRING A COPY OF YOUR USAW MEMBERSHIP CARD WITH YOU TO THE EVENT. 

Below are procedures and guidelines that are in accordance with the safety provisions of the USA Wrestling Operational Plan in the Return to Events Guidelines. 

Pre-Event Procedures:

• Communication methods (email, social media, newsletters…etc.) will be practiced before and/or after the event to ensure social distancing, personal hygiene and other mitigating infection procedures for the event.
  
   
• Please have Personal Protective Equipment supplies ready for the event as a backup plan.
  
   
• Be alert for symptoms. Watch for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19. If you are not feeling well, experiencing symptoms or may be at a higher risk for getting very sick, we recommend you stay home and watch the live stream through Flowrestling. 
  
   
• Follow CDC guidance if symptoms develop.

During Event Procedures:

• COACHES AND ATHLETES PLEASE BRING A COPY OF YOUR USAW MEMBERSHIP CARD WITH YOU TO THE EVENT. EVERY COACH AND ATHLETE WILL NEED TO BE BAR CODE SCANNED IN TO THE EVENT. 
   

• Signage to direct traffic flow around the venue to maintain social distancing.
  • Athletes, coaches and spectators will be expected to ensure 6 ft. between themselves and any others waiting.
     
  • Flyers encouraging social distancing, COVID 19 symptoms, self-monitoring instructions, infection prevention and personal hygiene. 
     
• Athlete should wipe themselves down with their own personal towels/wipes before and after the match. 
   
• When athletes are not competing,they will be required to wear a face covering while inside the venue.
   
• All officials should wear face coverings and/or shields during the match.
   
• Officials should sanitize before and after each match.
   
• Everyone should practice proper hygiene, wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, use hand sanitizer, refrain from touching their face, refrain from spitting, and cover their cough or sneeze with a tissue and throw tissue in the trash.
   
• Public Service Announcements and other communication methods will be practiced during the event to ensure social distancing, personal hygiene and other mitigating infection procedures for the event.

After Event Procedures:

• Please expect a survey via email after the event (7-14 days), in order to get data and information for COVID-19 signs and symptoms.   

COVID-19 RESOURCES:

• How to Wear Cloth Face Coverings
• Colorado – Guidance for wearing masks
• USA Wrestling’s Special Section: COVID-19 Update