The safety of our attendees and presenters is a top priority for
the Psychometric Society. In making the decision to host a live
meeting, we carefully weighed the risks and benefits and believe
that, with the appropriate precautions, the IMPS 2022 Meeting can
safely take place with minimal risk to our attendees.
To this end, we will follow the guidelines of the European Centre
for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDPC), the CDC, as well as
any applicable regulations of the Italian Ministry of Health, the
host university or local government agencies. We will work with
the University and Local Committee to facilitate social
distancing, and to make sure that meeting areas, and public areas
are regularly cleaned and sanitized. For those traveling
from other countries, you should be aware of any COVID related
travel issues from your country of origin, including possible
testing, vaccination, quarantine, or self isolation protocols
when returning after the meeting.
This may also include mask requirements while in meeting rooms,
lecture halls, event spaces, and indoor public areas.
Additionally, we will strive to set up meeting rooms, reception
areas, poster areas, registration areas, and public spaces under
our control in a way that will facilitate appropriate social
distancing.
We strongly encourage all of our members and attendees to obtain
a vaccination prior to coming to the meeting. In many
countries, vaccines are free and available through your
primary care provider, as well as through pharmacies and
clinics.
As the pandemic continues to evolve, we will closely monitor the
situation and will modify our plan to provide the best balance
between safety and accessibility.
Please note that, in following guidelines and regulations, we may
be required to modify attendee requirements. This may include
requiring proof of vaccination to attend the meeting and
participate. Any updates will be posted on this page, as well as
emailed to those who have registered for the meeting.
Please note that by attending and participating in IMPS 2022
Meeting being held July 11-15, 2022, in Bologna, Italy you
agree to abide by all guidance, recommendations and requirements
to reduce the transmission of COVID-19, including but not limited
to, engaging in appropriate social distancing, wearing a mask in
public areas, if required, and observing rules of room capacity
limits. You also agree to self-monitor for signs
and symptoms of COVID-19 and, if you believe that you
may be infected or exposed, to remove yourself from participation
and interaction with others. By attending this meeting, you agree
to release, discharge, and hold harmless the Psychometric
Society, its employees, officers, agents, contractors, local
committee, sponsors, and sponsored venues, of and from any
claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages,
costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating to my
voluntary attendance at IMPS 2022 meeting, whether a COVID-19
infection occurs before, during, or after participation in the
IMPS Meeting.
Reminder:
We strongly recommend that you purchase travel medical insurance.
Contact your health insurance provider before traveling to
make sure you are covered. Most policies DO NOT provide
coverage outside of the country. Travel medical insurance is
available for very low cost through numerous sources. Here is an
article listing the Best Travel Insurance Companies of May 2022.
Any questions or suggestions feel free to contact the National
Office staff via email at: info@psychometricsociety.org.
COVID-19 Helpful Info Survey for Entering/Returning to Italy:
https://infocovid.viaggiaresicuri.it/index_en.html
Do I need a Visa?
https://vistoperitalia.esteri.it/home/en
Current CDC Guidelines can be found here.
CDC Coronavirus Symptom Self-checker:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/coronavirus-self-checker.html
IATA Travel Agency World Info:
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/world.php
European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control:
https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en
Bologna Airport (BLQ) Travel Document Tips:
https://www.bologna-airport.it/en/passenger-airport-guide/departing-from-bologna/before-departure/travel-documents/?idC=62290
Italian Ministry of Health (COVID 19 Updates):
https://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/homeNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=english
Italian Ministry of Health (COVID 19 Tracker & Classification of
Regions):
https://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioContenutiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=english&id=5367&area=nuovoCoronavirus&menu=vuoto
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP):
https://step.state.gov/step/