Health and safety for SPIE Advanced Lithography + Patterning

Prepare for the upcoming event. This information is monitored and will be updated as needed. Last update: 29 March 2022

Together, we can ensure a safe and successful event

We base our safety requirements and recommendations on the rules from federal, state, and local authorities. Vaccinations and masks are now strongly recommended, rather than required, while attending the meeting.

Woman in the convention center follows saftey procedures by wearing a mask

Vaccinations and masks strongly recommended

SPIE and our event partners aim to provide a safe event for all attendees. All event participants are expected to understand and follow the safe event requirements outlined below.

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The San Jose McEnery Convention Center is now GBAC Star Facility accredited

San Jose is the first convention center in Northern California to receive the cleaning industry's only outbreak prevention, response and recovery accreditation.
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SPIE safe meeting protocols 

This page reflects current rules and expectations and will be kept up to date as requirements change.

  • SPIE will follow the latest published requirements and safe gathering protocols established in the location where each event occurs
  • Among national, state, local, or facility-specific rules or recommendations SPIE will apply the most restrictive of the applicable controls.
  • On April 1, the State of California’s requirement for vaccine verification or proof of negative tests for attendees at indoor events will be lifted and moved to a strong recommendation. The City of San Jose has no ordinances in place regarding proof of testing, vaccinations or boosters for attendance at large events in City-owned facilities. 

What to expect at SPIE Advanced Lithography + Patterning

As an event with more than 50 attendees taking place in San Jose, Advanced Lithography + Patterning will comply with the city's recommendations and requirements noted above. 

Expectations:

  • Vaccines authorized to prevent COVID-19 by the US FDA or by the World Health Organization (WHO) are strongly recommended for attending this meeting. 
  • Masks are also strongly recommended for all indoor spaces and for unvaccinated individuals, ages 2 and older.
  • Enhanced sanitation measures will be taken throughout the event.
  • Masks and hand sanitizers will be widely available.

Find a COVID testing site in San Jose

To find current testing sites near the convention center, use this locator map. Enter the zip code of the San Jose Convention Center – 95113 – to find the closest options.

Learn more about County of Santa Clara testing

How we can all help

  • Wash hands frequently
  • Respect the personal space and comfort level of others
  • Do not attend if you are not feeling well

Traveling to the United States

For information on traveling to the United States, please visit the Hotel and Travel page. 

What to expect in San Jose

  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination may still be required at area businesses
  • Masks may still be required for indoor activities for unvaccinated individuals, ages 2 and older
  • Respect local area mandates and requirements

Check the status of Santa Clara County, California with tool provided by the US CDC