Dear ALICE Colleagues, 

I am pleased to inform you of the new possibility to make the Covid-19 test at CERN.

First, please take note that as of 8^th February 2021, all travellers flying to Switzerland have to present a negative PCR test* taken in the last 72 hours.

Indeed, you must be able to show proof of a negative coronavirus test in 2 situations:

1) If you enter Switzerland by air;
2) If you have stayed in a country with an increased risk of infection within the 10 days before entering Switzerland. In this case you must always be able to show proof of a negative test result, even if you enter Switzerland by bus, rail, car, etc.

negative PCR test*: The test must have been conducted no more than 72 hours before your entry to Switzerland. It must have been a molecular-biological analysis for the new coronavirus, for example a PCR test. The result of a rapid antigen test is not sufficient. The result of the test must be negative.

NEW!

The possibility to be tested rapidly at CERN is now possible : on-site testing is available for persons working on site who are vulnerable, as well as for Users on duty travel on behalf of their institutes, travelling to countries that require a test prior to entry and for which a negative PCR test is required. The agreement is that Users should fill-in a TREQ request** with zero costs for CERN.

TREQ request**Prior to travel, the CERN Duty Travel Request form (TREQ) must be completed by the traveller in EDH.

The authorization of ALICE Spokesperson (or the Department Head) should be attached to the TREQ (not necessary if they have signed the document).

With the approved TREQ, the User may ask for an appointment to the Medical Service to get tested. The sampling will be done at the Medical Service and analysed by the laboratory which CERN has a contract with. This arrangement is strictly for travels for professional reasons. For more information, visithttps://hse.cern/content/duty-travel-covid-19

To request a test, write to Covid19.Helpline@cern.ch

REMINDER!

I would like to kindly remind everyone that the use of a Proximeter on site will be compulsory as from 1^st March 2021.

The introduction of the Proximeter, a device that everyone with a CERN ID will be required to carry while on-site from March onwards has started. Its main purpose is to improve CERN’s response to the challenges of COVID-19, making the Laboratory a safer place for everyone. For the system to work effectively, each and every one of us will need to wear the device while at work. Please get your Proximeter as soon as possible. 

You can collect your Proximeter device (https://home.cern/news/news/cern/cern-introduces-proximity-detecting-device-personnel) at 8 locations at CERN. You must book a slot beforehand to collect your Proximeter at http://www.cern.ch/proximeter-dist.web.cern.ch

Information about the Proximeter is available through the Service Portal:https://cern.service-now.com/service-portal?id=functional_element&name=proximeter-services

 (A new online course “COVID-19 - Proximeter & Contact Tracing” is available via the Safety Training catalogue on CERN’s Learning Hub. To enrol, click here:https://lms.cern.ch/ekp/servlet/ekp?PX=N&TEACHREVIEW=N&CID=EKP000043651&TX=FORMAT1&LANGUAGE_TAG=*ALL*&DECORATEPAGE=N )

Should you have any question or need any help regarding your work on site, please contact ALICE-covid19-coordination@cern.ch

 

New electronic access system on 301/R-027

An electronic access system has been installed on the door 301/R-027, space currently used to store the Personal Protective Equipment (disinfectants, masks, etc..), close the ALICE secretariat.

From now on, you have to read your card monthly to be able to access this room. This room is accessible to ALICE members only.

Here is the list of electronic locks validation station per buildings: KB0004041 - List of Electronic Locks Validation Stations per buildingCERN Service Portal: easy access to services at CERN (service-now.com)

The closer is located at building 55/R-201, entrance B, next to the dosimeter reader.

And a useful How to use an electronic locks?

Secretariat entrance

The current entrance of the ALICE secretariat will be out of use and only the access through the door R-029 will be open (next to the Spokesperson’s office door). 

The circulation flow has been reviewed accordingly, and please note only 1 visitor will be accepted at the same time.

Personal Protective Equipment: We remind you that 2 masks per day per person are sufficient, please respect this at the best.

We will continue to provide PPEs 24/24 in the small room close to the secretariat. In order to manage the stock in a more efficient way, we will kindly ask you to write down your name, the date and which PPE you take and in which quantity. An inventory sheet will be at your disposal.

Reminder :

When entering the secretariat, you must :

• Wear a mask;
• Disinfect your hands (hydro alcoholic gel is at your disposal at the entrance of the secretariat);
• Identify yourself on a notebook to keep track of your visit;
• Respect the limit of maximum 1 visitor at the same time;
• Respect the social distancing of 2 meters;