Coronavirus - past updates | HSE unit at CERN

On this page the history of all the Covid-19 related communications at CERN:

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Last updated: 14 May 2020

CERN’s Staff Association has suspended all CERN Club activities (other than virtual activities) until further notice.

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Last updated: 15 June 2020

Travel within France

As of 2nd of June, travel within France is free: the certificate of special dispensation (attestation de deplacement derogatoire) is no longer required to travel within a perimeter of 100km around the place of domicile or within the limits of the department of residence. A special set of rules applies in the public transports in the region of Ile-de-France (cf. https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/R55781).

For up-to-date information on travel in France, follow :

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/le-ministere-et-son-reseau/actualites-du-ministere/informations-coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-les-reponses-a-vos-questions/

Entering France

As of the morning of 15 June (12 midnight), in accordance with the recommendations of the European Commission, France has lifted all travel restrictions on its internal European borders (land, air and sea). People arriving from Member States of the European Union as well as Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland and the Vatican can therefore enter French territory with no restrictions and are no longer required to carry an international travel certificate to do so. In addition, they are not required to observe a 14-day quarantine on their arrival in France.

As a reciprocal measure, until 21 June 2020, travelers arriving from Spain by air are requested to observe a 14-day quarantine on their arrival in France. The same applies, until further notice, to passengers arriving by air from the United Kingdom. However, the personnel of international organisations having their headquarters or an office in France, including CERN, together with their spouses and children, are exempt from the voluntary quarantine measure (unless they have symptoms).

All travelers arriving from third countries (all countries except European Union Member States and Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Holy See) must complete and carry with them the “international travel certificate to mainland France from a third country” and a declaration on honour certifying that they do not have any symptoms of the COVID-19 virus (https://www.interieur.gouv.fr/Actualites/L-actu-du-Ministere/Attestation-de-deplacement-et-de-voyage).

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Last updated : 5 June 2020

Travel within France

As of 2^ndof June, travel within France is free: the certificate of special dispensation (attestation de deplacement derogatoire) is no longer required to travel within a perimeter of 100km around the place of domicile or within the limits of the department of residence. A special set of rules applies in the public transports in the region of Ile-de-France (cf. https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/R55781).

For up-to-date information on travel in France, follow :

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/le-ministere-et-son-reseau/actualites-du-ministere/informations-coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-les-reponses-a-vos-questions/

Entering France

All travellers entering mainland France from abroad must complete and carry with them the appropriate international travel certificate and a declaration on honour certifying that they do not have any symptoms of the COVID-19 virus.

Travellers arriving from outside Europe (all countries, except the members of the European Union [excluding Spain], Andorra, Iceland, Lichtenstein, Monaco, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland and the Vatican), and travellers arriving (by air only) from the United Kingdom (as of 8 June) and Spain, are invited, upon arrival on French territory, to undergo a period of 14 days of voluntary quarantine at home or in dedicated premises made available to them.

Travellers arriving from within Europe (members of the European Union [excluding Spain], Andorra, Iceland, Lichtenstein, Monaco, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland and the Vatican) are not subject to any particular measures upon arrival on French territory, provided that they do not have any symptoms of the COVID-19 virus.

The personnel of international organisations having their headquarters or an office in France, including CERN, together with their spouses and children, are exempt from the voluntary quarantine measure (unless they have symptoms).

For professional travel (that is, travel to work), a certificate signed by CERN* is also needed, in addition to the above-mentioned attestation. This CERN certificate is recognized as being valid to cross into Switzerland for professional reasons and also to cross the border into France.

*For anyone who is unable to print the CERN certificate at home, a computer and printer are available at all times at the entrance to the Prévessin site and in building 55 on the Meyrin site.

Schoolchildren who have their usual residence in Switzerland and those accompanying are allowed to enter France provided they have a certificate from the school.

Further information can be found in the following documents:

Restrictions de circulation et mise en place de mesures sanitaires aux frontières– Press release of 22 May 2020

Entering Switzerland

As of 11 May, gradual easing to entering Switzerland is in place. For Swiss and EU citizens, family reunification in Switzerland will become possible again. The current border controls will continue. Additional border crossings will be opened in order to avoid excessive waiting times.

Schoolchildren who have their usual residence in France and those accompanying them are allowed to enter Switzerland provided they have a certificate from the school.

As of 15 June, controls at the borders between Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland will be abolished, travel restrictions will be lifted and the free movement of people between the four countries will be fully re-established.

If the status of the pandemic in Switzerland and in the member states of the European Union and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) so permits, the Swiss Federal Council is expected to lift the restrictions on entry into Switzerland from all Schengen states by 6 July 2020 at the latest.

A decision on whether to lift entry restrictions for those arriving from non-Schengen countries will be taken at a later date, in consultation with the Schengen member states.

The current measures for entering Switzerland include:

Entry into Switzerland is restricted, for citizens of all states. Only Swiss citizens, holders of a residence permit in Switzerland (including a FDFA legitimation card), and persons with a certified professional reason for entering Switzerland* may enter the country. Specific conditions apply to international organisations members of the personnel taking up a post: for the procedure, please contact relations.secretariat@cern.ch.
The entry ban applies in particular to foreigners entering Switzerland as recipients of services or as tourists. Non-Swiss citizens who find themselves in a situation of absolute necessity (ex: medical treatment that has begun in Switzerland or abroad) and imperatively need to enter the country may be authorised to enter Switzerland . For more information on the procedure to follow, please look up the question “I live in France, can I cross the border to access the Swiss healthcare providers (family doctor, hospital)? in the FAQ.

*For anyone who is unable to print the CERN certificate at home, a computer and printer are available at all times at the entrance to the Prévessin site and in building 55 on the Meyrin site.

In this context, we remind you that:

Members of the CERN personnel (and their family members) who are resident in countries for which the restrictions on entry into Switzerland have not been lifted but who need to enter Switzerland to take up their functions must be able to provide proof of the reason for their entry into Switzerland, even if they are not subject to visa requirements;
To allow them to enter Switzerland, CERN must inform the Swiss mission of their arrival by means of a note verbalestating the reason for their travel, which must be submitted, accompanied by a copy of the passport, at least five working days before the date of travel;
The Swiss mission then draws up a document for each person concerned, authorising them to enter Switzerland;
Transit via Switzerland continues to be authorised.

For up-to-date information on the travel measures in Switzerland, follow:

https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/fr/home/aktuell/aktuell/faq-einreiseverweigerung.html

Coronavirus : nouvel assouplissement des restrictions d’entrée en Suisse dès le 8 juin– Press release of 27 May 2020

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Travel restrictions in Switzerland and France (Covid-19)

Last updated: 14 May 2020

Travel within France

As of 11 May, travel within France is being eased. In metropolitan departments rated as “green”, including Ain and Haute-Savoie, and the entire region of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, a certificate of special dispensation (attestation de déplacement dérogatoire) is no longer required for travel within a perimeter of 100km around the place of domicile or within the limits of the department of residence (even if further than 100km). Proof of residence (dated earlier than one year) must be provided for any travel under these conditions.

For travel beyond 100km outside the department of residence, the certificate of special dispensation is still required. This certificate may be generated electronically (to be shown on a smartphone or tablet) or filled out on paper (printed out or hand-written). Additionally, proof of residence dated earlier than one year and any document certifying the reason of travel must also be presented in the event of an inspection..

For up-to-date information travel in France, follow:

https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/le-ministere-et-son-reseau/actualites-du-ministere/informations-coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-les-reponses-a-vos-questions/

Entering France

The French authorities have restricted entry into France to travelers holding valid identification, who are entering France to reach their home or transiting through France to reach their residence, and who are: citizens (and their families) in particular of the European Union, the Schengen area (which includes Switzerland), or the United Kingdom. Citizens of other countries will not be able to enter France for the time being, apart from exceptional cases, e.g., if they are permanent residents in France.

In order to cross the border, an attestation for “International travel to metropolitan France” must be presented to border control authorities, either on a smartphone or tablet, or on paper. For professional travel (that is, travel to work), a certificate signed by CERN* is also needed, in addition to the above-mentioned attestation. This CERN certificate is recognized as being valid to cross into Switzerland for professional reasons and also to cross the border into France.

*For anyone who is unable to print the CERN certificate at home, a computer and printer are available at all times at the entrance to the Prévessin site and in building 55 on the Meyrin site.

Schoolchildren who have their usual residence in Switzerland and those accompanying are allowed to enter France provided they have a certificate from the school.

Entering Switzerland

Schoolchildren who have their usual residence in France and those accompanying them are allowed to enter Switzerland provided they have a certificate from the school.

The current measures for entering Switzerland include:

Entry into Switzerland is restricted, for citizens of all states. Only Swiss citizens, holders of a residence permit in Switzerland (including a FDFA legitimation card), and persons with a certified professional reason for entering Switzerland* may enter the country. Specific conditions apply to international organisations members of the personnel taking up a post: for the procedure, please contact relations.secretariat@cern.ch.
The entry ban applies in particular to foreigners entering Switzerland as recipients of services or as tourists. Non-Swiss citizens who find themselves in a situation of absolute necessity (ex: medical treatment that has begun in Switzerland or abroad) and imperatively need to enter the country may be authorised to enter Switzerland . For more information on the procedure to follow, please look up the question “I live in France, can I cross the border to access the Swiss healthcare providers (family doctor, hospital)? in the FAQ.

*For anyone who is unable to print the CERN certificate at home, a computer and printer are available at all times at the entrance to the Prévessin site and in building 55 on the Meyrin site.

For up-to-date information on the travel measures in Switzerland, follow:
https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home.html

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Access to CERN

Last updated: 14 May 2020

Work on the CERN sites will resume with caution and gradually, and with the implementation of specific COVID-19-related health and safety measures. Activities related to LS2, accelerator and experiment upgrades and urgent site and building works are considered priority. In all cases, the presence on site should be limited to the time required to carry out the activity(ies). All members of personnel need authorization of their respective hierarchy to access the sites. Employed Members of Personnel as well as students, trainees, etc. shall come on to CERN sites only upon request from their supervisor and in accordance with instructions provided by the supervisor. Users shall come to the sites only at the request of the Experiment Spokespersons or Technical Coordinators and in agreement with their home institutions.

The COVID-19 safety course must be successfully completed for access to the CERN sites (as of 18 May) by all members of personnel and contractors.

Access to CERN sites for visitors

Last updated: 14 May 2020

Professional visits deemed essential for CERN may be allowed, if approved by the relevant Department Head or experiment Spokesperson. Prior to access, visitors must receive all the relevant safety information.

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Last updated: 14 May 2020 (Wednesday)

CERN has been in Stage 3 in its response to the COVID-19 pandemic since 20 March, during which time activities on-site have been limited to those essential for the safety and security of the site and equipment.

As the COVID-19 situation evolves, from 18 May CERN will be implementing a cautious, flexible and safe 16-week plan for the gradual re-start of on-site activities, supported by COVID-19-specific health and safety measures. Our highest priority continues to be protecting the health and well-being of all people on site and those working remotely.

The plan of activities and the associated number of people on the CERN sites will be reviewed weekly and adapted according to the health situation at CERN, in our Host States and beyond, including country-wide health-related measures, travel restrictions and border closures.

This webpage collates information, measures and recommendations pertaining to the gradual re-start of on-site activities and will be updated regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for CERN personnel, are available on a dedicated page.

This page will be updated regularly.

Contact numbers for Support and Information :

Organisation of work :

Host States Information :

Travel restrictions in Switzerland and France

Other activities :

COVID-19 and CERN :

Last updated: 30 April 2020 (Thursday)

CERN has been in Stage 3 in its response to the COVID-19 pandemic (see below) since 20 March, during which time activities on-site are limited to those essential for the safety and security of the site and equipment. As the COVID-19 situation evolves, CERN is also preparing scenarios for the next stages. New measures for all our members of personnel pertaining to the gradual re-start of CERN on-site activities will be published on this webpage in early May and updated regularly.

Our highest priority continues to be to protect the health and well-being of all people on site and those working from home.

For questions related to teleworking or absences, members of personnel should contact their supervisor directly to discuss their personal situation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for CERN personnel, are available on a dedicated page.

This page will be updated regularly.

Information - Contact numbers - Support

Last updated: 15 April 2020

Full and regularly updated information can be found from the following sources:

HR-related questions:

· If you have a question related to your contractual situation at CERN or another HR-related matter, given the high number of questions coming in please first consult this extensive FAQ.

· If you cannot find your answer in this FAQ, please submit your question to HR-Covid19@cern.ch. Your query will be answered as soon as possible, and within 24 hours, between 9h00 and 12h00, and 13h30 and 17h00 each working day. Please be mindful that owing to the large volume of questions, a delay in answering may occur and we thank you for your understanding in this context.

UNIQA:

· You can reach UNIQA by telephone on +41 22 718 63 00 or by sending a message to: uniqa@cern.chfor administrative questions.

· For urgent medical assistance, you may call UNIQA Assistance +41 22 819 44 77, 24h/day

Availability of CERN services:

For information on the services that are being provided across CERN during this period, and the level at which they are functioning, please consult this dashboard.

The dashboard is regularly updated as the status of services become available.

In addition:

· Active SMB services, including catering, hospitality, mobility, cleaning, logistics, mail and access control”

· Active HSE services available

Medical emergencies and advice

If you present any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, do not go directly to the hospital, your general practitioner, or the Medical Service (if at CERN). Instead, call the appropriate emergency number (below) for advice.

Members of CERN personnel who have either tested positive for COVID-19 or are suspected cases (i.e. having possible COVID-19 symptoms but untested) are requested to inform the Medical Service (medical.service@cern.ch).

Location	Emergency/advice	Information
CERN	+41 22 767 4444 (24 hours)	+41 22 766 7777 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Switzerland ??	144 (24 hours)	+41 58 463 0000 (24 hours)
France ??	15 (24 hours) If you don’t speak French, call the CERN number above.	+33 800 130 000 (24 hours)

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva (08 00 909 400, between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m.) and Vaud (08 00 316 800, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.). A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: +41 58 464 4488 (between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.).

Resources, tips and advice to help you navigate confinement during the COVID-19 crisis are available from the Work Well Feel Well webpage. Here you will find, amongst other resources:

A dedicated Anti-isolation support leaflet.
Ways to keep yourself in good physical and mental condition during this period.
The Mattermost channel for the latest news, tips and advice.

Summary of measures for the CERN community

Last updated: 30 April 2020

New travel restrictions in Switzerland and France [More info]

⚠️ Other measures [tap to toggle] ↕

CERN against COVID task force set up [More info]
Free of charge offer of meals for CERN members of personnel working on-site [More info]
Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees, locally and away from the region. [More info]
Access restrictions to CERN sites [More info]
Access to CERN sites by persons aged over 65 is restricted to those considered essential for critical on-site activities. [More info]
People with vulnerabilities must not come on CERN sites. [More info]
Travel on behalf of CERN is suspended [More info]
All CERN Clubs activities on sites are suspended. [More info]
The CERN Exhibitions and the CERN Shop will be close. [More info]
Several Teacher and Student Programmes are restricted. [More info]

CERN against COVID-19 task force

Last updated: 1 April 2020

The CERN Directorate has established the CERN against COVID-19 group to channel ideas and initiatives from the CERN community that may support the collective global fight against COVID-19. The objective of CERN against COVID-19 is to ensure an effective and well-coordinated response, drawing on CERN’s many competencies so as to maximise our impact.

CERN against COVID-19 is coordinated by Beniamino Di Girolamo (CERN, ATS-DO). Members are Giovanni Anelli (CERN, IPT-KT), Gianluigi Arduini (CERN, BE-ABP), Kirsten Baxter (DG-LS), Ian Bird (CERN, IT-SC), Themis Bowcock (University of Liverpool, LHCb), David Challoin (SMB-SC), Paolo Chiggiato (CERN, TE-VSC), Manuela Cirilli (IPT-KT), Alberto Di Meglio (CERN, IT-DI), Friedemann Eder (IR-REL), Cédric Garino (CERN, SMB-SC), James Gillies (CERN, IR-SPE), Massimo Giovannozzi (BE-ABP), Beate Heinemann (DESY, ATLAS), André Henriques (CERN, HSE-OHS), David Lange (Princeton University, CMS), Diego Perini (CERN, EN-MME), Marco Van Leeuwen (NIKHEF, ALICE), Tim Smith (IT-CDA) and Maarten Wilbers (DG-LS).

Others are called in for specific aspects according to need.

Proposals and ideas can be sent to fight.covid@cern.ch.

COVID-19 cases at CERN

Last updated: 29 April 2020

To date, CERN has information of 11 members of its personnel having tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19), of which two are currently not in the local area. Whenever CERN is informed of a tested or suspected case, we follow the evolution of the concerned individuals' health closely. We also apply procedures to quickly identify the individuals' close professional on-site contacts (if any) in order to ensure their well-being and self-quarantine, with a view to safeguarding their health, as well as that of the communities they are in. The number of CERN members of personnel confirmed to have been diagnosed with COVID-19 will be updated weekly.

CERN was informed on 14 April of the sad news of the death of a CERN user, who was last at CERN in mid-March, due to COVID-19. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go to the family and friends of our colleague. CERN extends its support and thoughts to all those within its community affected by the pandemic, whether now or in the coming months.

Hygiene measures

Last updated: 20 March 2020

Everybody has a responsibility to contribute to the effort of reducing the spread of the COVID-19 infection. You can reduce your chances of being infected or spreading COVID-19 by taking some simple precautions:

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Do not get in close contact with other people. Respect social distancing. In particular, no hand shaking or embracing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
Measure your body temperature up to twice per day. If you have fever, i.e. your temperature is above 38 °C, stay home;
If you are ill, irrespective of the symptoms, stay home. Do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call the relevant numbers. Stay home for a further 48 hours after the symptoms subside;
If you feel unwell while at CERN, stop your activity immediately, go home and call the relevant numbers;
Persons aged over 65 and/or with pre-existing conditions: cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system and high blood pressure are particularly vulnerable and should take extra precautions to avoid situations of contact with others;
Do not use public transport at peak times if at all possible.

For more detailed information on how to protect yourself and others, visit the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health.

Measures for CERN personnel

Applicable to staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of personnel.

• Free of charge offer of meals for CERN members of personnel working on-site

Last updated: 30 March 2020

Due to the extraordinary circumstances of the COVID-19 epidemic, CERN Management has decided to offer free of charge daily meals to all members of personnel working on-site. This service will be provided by Restaurant 1 (B. 501). Meal requests should be made here.

• Access restrictions to CERN sites

Last updated: 24 March 2020

Since activities on the CERN sites have been restricted to those concerning essential safety and security tasks, access to the sites (fenced domain) has been temporarily suspended for all personnel and contractors, irrespective of status, except for those that have been explicitly approved by their respective Department Heads.

For urgent and unforeseen on-site interventions, teams called by the CERN Control Centre shall be given temporary access.

• Teleworking

Last updated: 17 March 2020

As of 20 March at the latest, the majority of CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees will be on extended teleworking, as an exceptional measure.

CERN’s preference is that employed members of personnel remain in the local region whilst teleworking. This is for their safety and healthcare, as well as capacity to return to work on short notice once the situation permits. Due to the extraordinary circumstance of the COVID-19 epidemic, members of personnel may choose to go elsewhere for personal reasons; in this case any accidents during travel or telework cannot be considered to be professional in nature.

For students on shorter term contracts we fully understand if they wish to return home, and Human Resources (HR) are working on appropriate solutions which include continuing work for a period on tele-work where possible, and/or re-visiting the duration of the contract with CERN if appropriate. Students who wish to consider these options should discuss with their supervisor who will be in contact with HR.

Members of personnel should discuss their particular situation with their hierarchy. For situations where telework is not possible appropriate special leave will be put in place.

Associated members of personnel are strongly encouraged to investigate the possibility of teleworking with their Institute.

• Travel restrictions in Switzerland and France

Last updated: 30 April 2020

Travel to and within France

Travel to and within France is allowed only under the conditions described in this document. In order to travel, a certificate of special dispensation (attestation de déplacement international dérogatoire vers la France métropolitaine) must be presented to border control authorities. This certificate may be generated electronically (to be shown on a smartphone or tablet) or filled out on paper (printed out or hand-written). A separate form needs to be used for each day for each activity. You must carry official ID with you alongside the special dispensation. Those without this documentation will be fined.

For professional travel (that is, travel to work), a certificate signed by CERN* is also needed, in addition to the certificate of general dispensation. This CERN attestation is recognized as being valid to cross into Switzerland for professional reasons and also to cross the border back into France.

*For anyone who is unable to print at home, a computer and printer are available at all times at the entrance to the Prévessin site and in building 55, to print the CERN attestation for exceptional access to the site.

Travel to and within Switzerland

Travel to and within Switzerland is strongly discouraged, but is as yet unrestricted. Strict measures for public gatherings have been put in place: gatherings in public spaces of more than five people are prohibited. If five or fewer people meet, they must maintain a distance of 2 metres from one another. Anyone not complying with this rule will be fined.

Border crossings

Entering Switzerland: As of 11 May, gradual easing to entering Switzerland is envisaged. For Swiss and EU citizens, family reunification in Switzerland will become possible again. The current border controls will continue. Additional border crossings will be opened in order to avoid excessive waiting times.

The current measures for entering Switzerland include:

Entry into Switzerland is restricted, for citizens of all states. Only Swiss citizens, holders of a residence permit in Switzerland (including a FDFA legitimation card), and persons with a certified professional reason for entering Switzerland* may enter the country.
Non-Swiss citizens and persons not holding a valid Swiss resident permit may not, in principle, travel to Switzerland to receive medical treatment. However, exceptions may be granted in particular when a person is in a situation of absolute necessity. The continuation of a medical treatment that has begun in Switzerland or abroad is one of the grounds for absolute necessity. For more information on the procedure to follow, please look up the question “I live in France, can I cross the border to access the Swiss healthcare providers (family doctor, hospital)? in the FAQ.

For up-to-date information on the measures in Switzerland, follow:
https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home.html

https://www.bag.admin.ch/bag/en/home/krankheiten/ausbrueche-epidemien-pandemien/aktuelle-ausbrueche-epidemien/novel-cov/massnahmen-des-bundes.html

Entering France: The French authorities have restricted entry into France to travellers with valid identification, who are entering France to reach their home, and who are: citizens (and their families) of the European Union, the Schengen area (which includes Switzerland), or the United Kingdom. Citizens of other countries will not be able to enter France for the time being, apart from exceptional cases, e.g., if they are permanent residents in France.

For up-to-date information on measures in France, follow: https://www.interieur.gouv.fr/fr

• People with vulnerabilities

Last updated: 13 March 2020

Part of CERN’s duty of care is to protect the health of persons with vulnerabilities. According to expert advice there are two categories of particularly vulnerable people. These are persons over 65 years old and persons with existing pre-conditions.

People over 65: For those persons aged over 65, access to the CERN sites will only be permitted if their activity is deemed essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments.
People under 65 with vulnerabilities: Persons under 65 with vulnerabilities (i.e., persons with any of these pre-existing conditions: cancer; cardiovascular diseases; chronic respiratory diseases; diabetes; diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system; high blood pressure) must not come on CERN site. They should declare by email to their supervisor that they fall into this category and enter telework in EDH. If this is not possible, they should exchange with their DAO who will enter the relevant absence in EDH.

• Duty travel

Last updated: 10 March 2020

All travel on behalf of CERN, including mission orders and external training courses, is suspended as of 11 March until further notice. This restriction applies also to travel that has already been approved. Travel on behalf of CERN will only be permitted if it is essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it requires approval by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments. Travel by staff and fellows to perform professional activities at other institutions is suspended.

• Meetings for personnel still working on CERN sites

Last updated: 25 March 2020

Social distance of two metres minimum must be respected at all meetings. It is the responsibility of the meeting organizers to track identity of attendees so that contacts may be traced should a case arise. Meetings should be held remotely as much as possible (video conferencing, telephone, etc.).

• Activities of CERN Clubs

Last updated: 10 March 2020

CERN’s Staff Association will suspend all CERN Club activities carried out on the CERN site as of 11 March and recommends that Club activities off-site be minimised, so as to limit the risk of the possible spreading of the virus as much as possible.

Information for the public

Last updated: 10 March 2020

The following precautionary measures have been taken to minimise the risk of spreading the infection both on CERN sites and externally:

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled until further notice;
All public events in the Globe have been cancelled until further notice;
The CERN exhibitions and CERN shop have been closed until further notice.

Information for teachers and students

Last updated: 16 April 2020

CERN’s Teacher and Student Programmes are restricted. Please find more information on the dedicated page.
Information on programmes for the local area can be found on the local engagement pages.

CERN's COVID-19 response team

The CERN's COVID-19 response team, set up in February 2020 (involving senior management from across the Organization, as well as health, safety and other relevant experts) is in constant contact with the relevant Host States authorities (among others, the Federal Office of Public Health in Switzerland, the Ministry of Health in France), the World Health Organization (WHO), and other intergovernmental organisations in Geneva with globally-mobile communities.

CERN’s Epidemic Preparedness plan and response against COVID-19 defines three stages of increasing severity, aligned with the three stages of development that the expert health authorities have identified.

Stage 1: Alert of the spreading of the virus by WHO.
Stage 2: A Host-State declares part of its territory, distant from CERN (not Geneva, Vaud, Ain or Haute-Savoie), as affected or threatened by an outbreak of COVID-19. The objective in this phase is to prevent and limit the spread of the virus.
Stage 3: The virus circulates widely in the area in which CERN is located, including at CERN itself.

⚠️ Summary of the actions taken by CERN for each stage [tap to toggle] ↕

Stage 1: From January 21 to March 8

Creation of a dedicated website to inform CERN personnel and visitors about the situation
Hygiene measures and social distancing
Clearance needed for official travels
Self-isolation for people and children coming from "risk zones"
Guided tours cancelled as of March 3

Stage 2: From March 9 to March 15, triggered by the first confirmed case of Covid-19 at CERN Measures taken: As of 9 March:

Official travels suspended
Self-isolation for people and children coming from "risk zones"
Meeting with more than 100 people cancelled, remote connection encouraged for meeting with less than 100 people

As of 11 March:

CERN Clubs activities suspended
CERN Exhibitions and CERN Shop closed
Set up of a helpline with Medical Service

Stage 3: From March 16 until further notice Measures taken:

Telework for all CERN employees if the function allows
Access to CERN site by users and visiting scientists restricted to those whose activities are essential. People above 65 or with health problems can't access the site

Past updates available on this page.

Last updated: 24 March 2020 (Tuesday)

The coronavirus COVID-19 situation is quickly evolving in many countries and CERN is adapting accordingly. CERN is now in Stage 3 (see below) and, as a result, since 20 March activities on-site are limited to those essential for the safety and security of the site and equipment.

Our highest priority continues to be to protect the health and well-being of all people on site and those working from home.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors, are available on a dedicated page (CERN login required).

This page will be updated regularly.

Information and contact numbers

Last updated: 26 March 2020

Full and regularly updated information can be found from the following sources:

HR-related questions:

· If you have a question related to your contractual situation at CERN or another HR-related matter, given the high number of questions coming in please first consult this extensive FAQ.

UNIQA:

· You can reach UNIQA by telephone on +41 22 718 63 00 or by sending a message to: uniqa@cern.chfor administrative questions.

· For urgent medical assistance, you may call UNIQA Assistance +41 22 819 44 77, 24h/day

CERN Services during Covid-19 period (will be updated as more services are added):

· SMB services available, including catering, hospitality, mobility, cleaning, logistics, mail and access control”

· HSE services available

Medical emergencies and advice

Location	Emergency/advice	Information
CERN	+41 22 767 4444 (24 hours)	+41 22 766 7777 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Switzerland ??	144 (24 hours)	+41 58 463 0000 (24 hours)
France ??	15 (24 hours) If you don’t speak French, call the CERN number above.	+33 800 130 000 (24 hours)

Summary of measures for the CERN community

Last updated: 17 March 2020

A helpline has been set up to answer your questions: call +41 22 766 7777, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees, locally and away from the region. [More info]
Reminder of essential hygiene measures. [More info]

⚠️ Other measures [tap to toggle] ↕

Quick links

Current situation at CERN
Hygiene measures
Measures for CERN personnel
Information for the public
Information for teachers and students

COVID-19 cases at CERN

Last updated: 24 March 2020

To date, CERN has information of a small number of members of its personnel who have either tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) or are suspected cases (i.e. having possible COVID-19 symptoms but untested). CERN is in contact with all of these individuals and follows the evolution of their health. Whenever CERN is informed of a tested or suspected case, we apply procedures to quickly identify and follow up with the individual’s close professional contacts in order to ensure their well-being and self-quarantine, with a view to safeguarding their health, as well as that of the communities they are in.

Hygiene measures

Last updated: 20 March 2020

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Do not get in close contact with other people. Respect social distancing. In particular, no hand shaking or embracing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
Measure your body temperature up to twice per day. If you have fever, i.e. your temperature is above 38 °C, stay home;
If you are ill, irrespective of the symptoms, stay home. Do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call the relevant numbers. Stay home for a further 48 hours after the symptoms subside;
If you feel unwell while at CERN, stop your activity immediately, go home and call the relevant numbers;
Persons aged over 65 and/or with pre-existing conditions: cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system and high blood pressure are particularly vulnerable and should take extra precautions to avoid situations of contact with others;
Do not use public transport at peak times if at all possible.

For more detailed information on how to protect yourself and others, visit the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health.

Measures for CERN personnel

Applicable to staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of personnel.

• Access restrictions to CERN sites

Last updated: 24 March 2020

For urgent and unforeseen on-site interventions, teams called by the CERN Control Centre shall be given temporary access.

• Teleworking

Last updated: 17 March 2020

As of 20 March at the latest, the majority of CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees will be on extended teleworking, as an exceptional measure.

Members of personnel should discuss their particular situation with their hierarchy. For situations where telework is not possible appropriate special leave will be put in place.

Associated members of personnel are strongly encouraged to investigate the possibility of teleworking with their Institute.

• Travel restrictions in Switzerland and France

Last updated: 24 March 2020

Travel within France

Travel within France is allowed only under the conditions described in this document. In order to travel, the certificate of special dispensation (attestation de déplacement dérogatoire) must be filled out on paper (printed out or hand-written, a digital version will not be accepted). A separate form needs to be used for each day for each activity. You must carry official ID with you alongside the special dispensation. Those without this documentation will be fined 135 euros.

Travel within Switzerland

Travel within Switzerland is strongly discouraged, but is as yet unrestricted. Strict measures for public gatherings have been put in place: gatherings in public spaces of more than five people are prohibited. If five or fewer people meet, they must maintain a distance of 2 metres from one another. Anyone not complying with this rule will be fined.

Border crossings

Entering Switzerland: The Swiss authorities have restricted entry to Switzerland for people travelling from Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. Entrance into Switzerland will only be allowed to Swiss citizens, holders of a residence permit in Switzerland, and persons with a certified professional reason for entering Switzerland. People will be allowed to enter Switzerland in the event of emergencies, in particular medical emergencies. According to current information, crossing the border for medical examinations is possible upon presentation of a written certificate, to be requested from a health professional.

For up-to-date information on the measures in Switzerland, follow:
https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home.html

https://www.bag.admin.ch/bag/en/home/krankheiten/ausbrueche-epidemien-pandemien/aktuelle-ausbrueche-epidemien/novel-cov/massnahmen-des-bundes.html

Entering France: The French authorities have restricted entry into France to travellers with valid identification, who are entering France to reach their home, and who are: citizens (and their families) of the European Union, the Schengen area (which includes Switzerland), or the United Kingdom. Citizens of other countries will not be able to enter France for the time being, apart from exceptional cases, e.g., if they are permanent residents in France.

For up-to-date information on measures in France, follow: https://www.interieur.gouv.fr/fr

• People with vulnerabilities

Last updated: 13 March 2020

People over 65: For those persons aged over 65, access to the CERN sites will only be permitted if their activity is deemed essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments.
People under 65 with vulnerabilities: Persons under 65 with vulnerabilities (i.e., persons with any of these pre-existing conditions: cancer; cardiovascular diseases; chronic respiratory diseases; diabetes; diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system; high blood pressure) must not come on CERN site. They should declare by email to their supervisor that they fall into this category and enter telework in EDH. If this is not possible, they should exchange with their DAO who will enter the relevant absence in EDH.

• Duty travel

Last updated: 10 March 2020

• Meetings for personnel still working on CERN sites

Last updated: 25 March 2020

• Activities of CERN Clubs

Last updated: 10 March 2020

Information for the public

Last updated: 10 March 2020

The following precautionary measures have been taken to minimise the risk of spreading the infection both on CERN sites and externally:

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled until further notice;
All public events in the Globe have been cancelled until further notice;
The CERN exhibitions and CERN shop have been closed until further notice.

Information for teachers and students

Last updated: 10 March 2020

The CERN Teacher programmes scheduled between March and May have been cancelled.
Masterclasses for local schools have also been cancelled.

CERN's COVID-19 response team

Stage 1: Alert of the spreading of the virus by WHO.
Stage 2: A Host-State declares part of its territory, distant from CERN (not Geneva, Vaud, Ain or Haute-Savoie), as affected or threatened by an outbreak of COVID-19. The objective in this phase is to prevent and limit the spread of the virus.
Stage 3: The virus circulates widely in the area in which CERN is located, including at CERN itself.

⚠️ Summary of the actions taken by CERN for each stage [tap to toggle] ↕

Stage 1: From January 21 to March 8

Creation of a dedicated website to inform CERN personnel and visitors about the situation
Hygiene measures and social distancing
Clearance needed for official travels
Self-isolation for people and children coming from "risk zones"
Guided tours cancelled as of March 3

Stage 2: From March 9 to March 15, triggered by the first confirmed case of Covid-19 at CERN Measures taken: As of 9 March:

Official travels suspended
Self-isolation for people and children coming from "risk zones"
Meeting with more than 100 people cancelled, remote connection encouraged for meeting with less than 100 people

As of 11 March:

CERN Clubs activities suspended
CERN Exhbitions and CERN Shop closed
Set up of a helpline with Medical Service

Stage 3: From March 16 until further notice Measures taken:

Telework for all CERN employees if the function allows
Access to CERN site by users and visiting scientists restricted to those whose activities are essential. People above 65 or with health problems can't access the site

======================================================================

Last updated: 24 March 2020 (Tuesday)

Our highest priority continues to be to protect the health and well-being of all people on site and those working from home.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors, are available on a dedicated page (CERN login required).

This page will be updated regularly.

Information and contact numbers

Last updated: 10 March 2020

Full and regularly updated information can be found from the following sources:

HR-related questions:

· If you have a question related to your contractual situation at CERN or another HR-related matter, given the high number of questions coming in please first consult this extensive FAQ.

UNIQA:

· You can reach UNIQA by telephone on +41 22 718 63 00 or by sending a message to: uniqa@cern.chfor administrative questions.

· For urgent medical assistance, you may call UNIQA Assistance +41 22 819 44 77, 24h/day

CERN Services during Covid-19 period (will be updated as more services are added):

· SMB services available, including catering, hospitality, mobility, cleaning, logistics, mail and access control”

· HSE services available

Medical emergencies and advice

Location	Emergency/advice	Information
CERN	+41 22 767 4444 (24 hours)	+41 22 766 7777 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Switzerland ??	144 (24 hours)	+41 58 463 0000 (24 hours)
France ??	15 (24 hours) If you don’t speak French, call the CERN number above.	+33 800 130 000 (24 hours)

Summary of measures for the CERN community

Last updated: 17 March 2020

A helpline has been set up to answer your questions: call +41 22 766 7777, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees, locally and away from the region. [More info]
Reminder of essential hygiene measures. [More info]

⚠️ Other measures [tap to toggle] ↕

Quick links

Current situation at CERN
Hygiene measures
Measures for CERN personnel
Information for the public
Information for teachers and students

COVID-19 cases at CERN

Last updated: 24 March 2020

Hygiene measures

Last updated: 20 March 2020

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Do not get in close contact with other people. Respect social distancing. In particular, no hand shaking or embracing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
Measure your body temperature up to twice per day. If you have fever, i.e. your temperature is above 38 °C, stay home;
If you are ill, irrespective of the symptoms, stay home. Do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call the relevant numbers. Stay home for a further 48 hours after the symptoms subside;
If you feel unwell while at CERN, stop your activity immediately, go home and call the relevant numbers;
Persons aged over 65 and/or with pre-existing conditions: cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system and high blood pressure are particularly vulnerable and should take extra precautions to avoid situations of contact with others;
Do not use public transport at peak times if at all possible.

For more detailed information on how to protect yourself and others, visit the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health.

Measures for CERN personnel

Applicable to staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of personnel.

• Access restrictions to CERN sites

Last updated: 24 March 2020

For urgent and unforeseen on-site interventions, teams called by the CERN Control Centre shall be given temporary access.

• Teleworking

Last updated: 17 March 2020

As of 20 March at the latest, the majority of CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees will be on extended teleworking, as an exceptional measure.

Members of personnel should discuss their particular situation with their hierarchy. For situations where telework is not possible appropriate special leave will be put in place.

Associated members of personnel are strongly encouraged to investigate the possibility of teleworking with their Institute.

• Travel restrictions in Switzerland and France

Last updated: 24 March 2020

Travel within France

Travel within Switzerland

Border crossings

Entering Switzerland: The Swiss authorities have restricted entry to Switzerland for people travelling from Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. Entrance into Switzerland will only be allowed to Swiss citizens, holders of a residence permit in Switzerland, and persons with a certified professional reason for entering Switzerland. People will be allowed to enter Switzerland in the event of emergencies, in particular medical emergencies. According to current information, crossing the border for medical examinations is possible upon presentation of a written certificate, to be requested from a health professional.

For up-to-date information on the measures in Switzerland, follow:
https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home.html

https://www.bag.admin.ch/bag/en/home/krankheiten/ausbrueche-epidemien-pandemien/aktuelle-ausbrueche-epidemien/novel-cov/massnahmen-des-bundes.html

Entering France: The French authorities have restricted entry into France to travellers with valid identification, who are entering France to reach their home, and who are: citizens (and their families) of the European Union, the Schengen area (which includes Switzerland), or the United Kingdom. Citizens of other countries will not be able to enter France for the time being, apart from exceptional cases, e.g., if they are permanent residents in France.

For up-to-date information on measures in France, follow: https://www.interieur.gouv.fr/fr

• People with vulnerabilities

Last updated: 13 March 2020

People over 65: For those persons aged over 65, access to the CERN sites will only be permitted if their activity is deemed essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments.
People under 65 with vulnerabilities: Persons under 65 with vulnerabilities (i.e., persons with any of these pre-existing conditions: cancer; cardiovascular diseases; chronic respiratory diseases; diabetes; diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system; high blood pressure) must not come on CERN site. They should declare by email to their supervisor that they fall into this category and enter telework in EDH. If this is not possible, they should exchange with their DAO who will enter the relevant absence in EDH.

• Duty travel

Last updated: 10 March 2020

• Meetings

Last updated: 7 March 2020

Meetings at CERN (including at the Globe) will be limited to a maximum of 100 people from 9 March until further notice, and are subject to the following conditions:

It is the responsibility of the meeting organisers to track identity of attendees so that contacts can be traced if a case arises.
Organisers should encourage remote participation in all meetings (Video Conferencing, telephone etc.).

• Activities of CERN Clubs

Last updated: 10 March 2020

Information for the public

Last updated: 10 March 2020

The following precautionary measures have been taken to minimise the risk of spreading the infection both on CERN sites and externally:

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled until further notice;
All public events in the Globe have been cancelled until further notice;
The CERN exhibitions and CERN shop have been closed until further notice.

Information for teachers and students

Last updated: 10 March 2020

The CERN Teacher programmes scheduled between March and May have been cancelled.
Masterclasses for local schools have also been cancelled.

The CERN COVID-19 response team, set up in February 2020 (involving senior management from across the Organization, as well as health, safety and other relevant experts) is in constant contact with the relevant Host States authorities (among others, the Federal Office of Public Health in Switzerland, the Ministry of Health in France), the World Health Organization (WHO), and other intergovernmental organisations in Geneva with globally-mobile communities.

Stage 1: Alert of the spreading of the virus by WHO.
Stage 2: A Host-State declares part of its territory, distant from CERN (not Geneva, Vaud, Ain or Haute-Savoie), as affected or threatened by an outbreak of COVID-19. The objective in this phase is to prevent and limit the spread of the virus.
Stage 3: The virus circulates widely in the area in which CERN is located, including at CERN itself.

CERN's COVID-19 response team

⚠️ Summary of the actions taken by CERN for each stage [tap to toggle] ↕

Stage 1: From January 21 to March 8

Creation of a dedicated website to inform CERN personnel and visitors about the situation
Hygiene measures and social distancing
Clearance needed for official travels
Self-isolation for people and children coming from "risk zones"
Guided tours cancelled as of March 3

Stage 2: From March 9 to March 15, triggered by the first confirmed case of Covid-19 at CERN Measures taken: As of 9 March:

Official travels suspended
Self-isolation for people and children coming from "risk zones"
Meeting with more than 100 people cancelled, remote connection encouraged for meeting with less than 100 people

As of 11 March:

CERN Clubs activities suspended
CERN Exhbitions and CERN Shop closed
Set up of a helpline with Medical Service

Stage 3: From March 16 until further notice Measures taken:

Telework for all CERN employees if the function allows
Access to CERN site by users and visiting scientists restricted to those whose activities are essential. People above 65 or with health problems can't access the site

=======================================================================

Last updated: 24 March 2020 (Tuesday)

Our highest priority continues to be to protect the health and well-being of all people on site and those working from home.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors, are available on a dedicated page (CERN login required).

This page will be updated regularly.

Information and contact numbers

Last updated: 10 March 2020

Full and regularly updated information can be found from the following sources:

HR-related questions:

· If you have a question related to your contractual situation at CERN or another HR-related matter, given the high number of questions coming in please first consult this extensive FAQ.

UNIQA:

· You can reach UNIQA by telephone on +41 22 718 63 00 or by sending a message to: uniqa@cern.chfor administrative questions.

· For urgent medical assistance, you may call UNIQA Assistance +41 22 819 44 77, 24h/day

CERN Services during Covid-19 period (will be updated as more services are added):

· SMB services available, including catering, hospitality, mobility, cleaning, logistics, mail and access control”

· HSE services available

Medical emergencies and advice

Location	Emergency/advice	Information
CERN	+41 22 767 4444 (24 hours)	+41 22 766 7777 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Switzerland ??	144 (24 hours)	+41 58 463 0000 (24 hours)
France ??	15 (24 hours) If you don’t speak French, call the CERN number above.	+33 800 130 000 (24 hours)

Summary of measures for the CERN community

Last updated: 17 March 2020

A helpline has been set up to answer your questions: call +41 22 766 7777, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees, locally and away from the region. [More info]
Reminder of essential hygiene measures. [More info]

⚠️ Other measures [tap to toggle] ↕

Quick links

Current situation at CERN
Hygiene measures
Measures for CERN personnel
Information for the public
Information for teachers and students

COVID-19 cases at CERN

Last updated: 24 March 2020

Hygiene measures

Last updated: 20 March 2020

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Do not get in close contact with other people. Respect social distancing. In particular, no hand shaking or embracing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
Measure your body temperature up to twice per day. If you have fever, i.e. your temperature is above 38 °C, stay home;
If you are ill, irrespective of the symptoms, stay home. Do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call the relevant numbers. Stay home for a further 48 hours after the symptoms subside;
If you feel unwell while at CERN, stop your activity immediately, go home and call the relevant numbers;
Persons aged over 65 and/or with pre-existing conditions: cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system and high blood pressure are particularly vulnerable and should take extra precautions to avoid situations of contact with others;
Do not use public transport at peak times if at all possible.

For more detailed information on how to protect yourself and others, visit the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health.

Measures for CERN personnel

Applicable to staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of personnel.

• Access restrictions to CERN sites

Last updated: 24 March 2020

For urgent and unforeseen on-site interventions, teams called by the CERN Control Centre shall be given temporary access.

• Teleworking

Last updated: 17 March 2020

As of 20 March at the latest, the majority of CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees will be on extended teleworking, as an exceptional measure.

Members of personnel should discuss their particular situation with their hierarchy. For situations where telework is not possible appropriate special leave will be put in place.

Associated members of personnel are strongly encouraged to investigate the possibility of teleworking with their Institute.

• Travel restrictions in Switzerland and France

Last updated: 24 March 2020

Travel within France

Travel within Switzerland

Border crossings

Entering Switzerland: The Swiss authorities have restricted entry to Switzerland for people travelling from Austria, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. Entrance into Switzerland will only be allowed to Swiss citizens, holders of a residence permit in Switzerland, and persons with a certified professional reason for entering Switzerland. People will be allowed to enter Switzerland in the event of emergencies, in particular medical emergencies. According to current information, crossing the border for medical examinations is possible upon presentation of a written certificate, to be requested from a health professional.

For up-to-date information on the measures in Switzerland, follow:
https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home/aktuell/aktuell/grenzkontrollen.html

https://www.bag.admin.ch/bag/en/home/krankheiten/ausbrueche-epidemien-pandemien/aktuelle-ausbrueche-epidemien/novel-cov/massnahmen-des-bundes.html

Entering France: The French authorities have restricted entry into France to travellers with valid identification and who are: citizens (and their families) of the European Union, the Schengen area (which includes Switzerland), or the United Kingdom. Citizens of other countries will not be able to enter France for the time being unless they are permanent residents in France.

For up-to-date information on measures in France, follow: https://www.interieur.gouv.fr/fr

• People with vulnerabilities

Last updated: 13 March 2020

People over 65: For those persons aged over 65, access to the CERN sites will only be permitted if their activity is deemed essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments.
People under 65 with vulnerabilities: Persons under 65 with vulnerabilities (i.e., persons with any of these pre-existing conditions: cancer; cardiovascular diseases; chronic respiratory diseases; diabetes; diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system; high blood pressure) must not come on CERN site. They should declare by email to their supervisor that they fall into this category and enter telework in EDH. If this is not possible, they should exchange with their DAO who will enter the relevant absence in EDH.

• Duty travel

Last updated: 10 March 2020

• Meetings

Last updated: 24 March 2020

Meetings at CERN are limited to a maximum of 5 people until further notice. Additionally, all meetings shall respect social distancing.

• Activities of CERN Clubs

Last updated: 10 March 2020

Information for the public

Last updated: 10 March 2020

The following precautionary measures have been taken to minimise the risk of spreading the infection both on CERN sites and externally:

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled until further notice;
All public events in the Globe have been cancelled until further notice;
The CERN exhibitions and CERN shop have been closed until further notice.

Information for teachers and students

Last updated: 10 March 2020

The CERN Teacher programmes scheduled between March and May have been cancelled.
Masterclasses for local schools have also been cancelled.

Stage 1: Alert of the spreading of the virus by WHO.
Stage 2: A Host-State declares part of its territory, distant from CERN (not Geneva, Vaud, Ain or Haute-Savoie), as affected or threatened by an outbreak of COVID-19. The objective in this phase is to prevent and limit the spread of the virus.
Stage 3: The virus circulates widely in the area in which CERN is located, including at CERN itself.

CERN's COVID-19 response team

⚠️ Summary of the actions taken by CERN for each stage [tap to toggle] ↕

Stage 1: From January 21 to March 8
Creation of a dedicated website to inform CERN personnel and visitors about the situation
Hygiene measures and social distancing
Clearance needed for official travels
Self-isolation for people and children coming from "risk zones"
Guided tours cancelled as of March 3

Stage 2: From March 9 to March 15, triggered by the first confirmed case of Covid-19 at CERN
Measures taken: As of 9 March:
Official travels suspended
Self-isolation for people and children coming from "risk zones"
Meeting with more than 100 people cancelled, remote connection encouraged for meeting with less than 100 people
As of 11 March:
CERN Clubs activities suspended
CERN Exhbitions and CERN Shop closed

Stage 3: From March 16 until further notice
Measures taken:
Telework for all CERN employees if the function allows
Access to CERN site by users and visiting scientists restricted to those whose activities are essential. People above 65 or with health problems can't access the site
Set up of a helpline with Medical Service

========================================================================

Updated on 18 March 2020

The coronavirus COVID-19 situation is quickly evolving in many countries and CERN is adapting accordingly. CERN is now entering Stage 3 and, as a result, will be implementing further measures in the coming days. By Friday, activities on-site will be limited to those essential for the safety and security of the site and equipment: necessary measures will be put in place accordingly.

Our highest priority continues to be to protect the health of all people on site and all measures are decided with this overarching objective in mind.

The CERN COVID-19 response team, set up in February 2020 (involving senior management from across the Organization, as well as health, safety and other relevant experts) is in constant contact with the relevant Host States authorities (among others, the Federal Office of Public Health in Switzerland, the Ministry of Health in France), the World Health Organization (WHO), and other intergovernmental organisations in Geneva with globally-mobile communities.

CERN’s Epidemic Preparedness plan and response against COVID-19 defines three stages of increasing severity, aligned with the three stages of development that the expert health authorities have identified.

Stage 1 – Alert of the spreading of the virus by WHO
Stage 2 - A Host-State declares part of its territory, distant from CERN (not Geneva, Vaud, Ain or Haute-Savoie), as affected or threatened by an outbreak of COVID-19. The objective in this phase is to prevent and limit the spread of the virus.
Stage 3 - The virus circulates widely in the area in which CERN is located, including at CERN itself.

This page will be updated regularly.

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The situation at CERN. Updated on 18 March 2020

To date, CERN has information of three members of CERN personnel having tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19. The infected persons are in self-quarantine at home and CERN remains in close contact with them. Over the past days, a few more suspected cases (i.e. with possible COVID-19 symptoms but untested) were notified. For all cases, CERN immediately implemented procedures to quickly identify and follow close contacts, to ensure their well-being and self-isolation, with a view to safeguarding their health, as well as that of the communities they are in.

Latest Measures. Updated on 17 March 2020

A Helpline has been set up to answer your questions. Call +41 22 766 7777, from 8-17h.
Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees, locally and away from the region. More information here.

Hygiene measures for all people on the CERN sites. Updated on 10 March 2020

The normal measures that are effective at controlling the spread of illnesses such as seasonal flu also contribute to keeping the spread of the COVID-19 virus under control. Everybody has a responsibility to contribute to this effort by adopting the following measures:

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Do not get in close contact with other people. In particular, no hand shaking or embracing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
If you are ill (in particular fever or cough), do not come to CERN sites. If you feel unwell, go home immediately;
Do not use public transport at peak times if at all possible.

Measures for CERN personnel (staff, fellows, users, students, trainees, and all other associated members of personnel). Updated on 17 March 2020

Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees. Updated 17 March 2020

As of 20 March at the latest, the majority of CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees will be on extended teleworking, as an exceptional measure.

Members of personnel should discuss their particular situation with their hierarchy. For situations where telework is not possible appropriate special leave will be put in place.

Restaurants and cafeteria. Updated on 15 March 2020

As of 16 March the following measures will apply:

Restaurant 3 and the cafeteria in Building 774 (Prevessin) will be closed; a take-away offer is being investigated;
a limit of 50 people at any one time in Restaurant 1 and Restaurant 2 (Meyrin);
take-away options offered in the cafeteria in buildings 6, 13, 30 and 54;
Vending machines offer is maintained for the time being.

We anticipate significant changes in the offer of restaurants and cafeteria, and will provide updates as they develop.

Border control. Updated on 15 March 2020

All CERN personnel are reminded of the importance of having their passport, CERN ID card and their French and Swiss cards with them before attempting to cross the border or entering or leaving the Meyrin site through the French gate.

School closure. Updated 13 March 2020

Members of personnel should discuss their particular situation with their hierarchy. Some but not all circumstances may permit a parent to telework partially even if a child is present in the household. For other situations where telework is not possible your DAO will enter the appropriate special leave in EDH. We understand that this is a unique situation where each and every one will need to find flexible solutions (e.g. shared childcare with family members or others), taking into account the impact on your colleagues and work environment.

Teleworking for Associated Members of Personnel. Updated 13 March 2020

Associated members of personnel are strongly encouraged to investigate the possibility of teleoworking with their Institute.

People with vulnerabilities. Updated on 13 March 2020

People over 65: For those persons aged over 65, access to the CERN sites will only be permitted if their activity is deemed essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments.
People under 65 with vulnerabilities: Persons under 65 with vulnerabilities (i.e., persons with any of these pre-existing conditions: cancer; cardiovascular diseases; chronic respiratory diseases; diabetes; diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system; high blood pressure) must not come on CERN site. They should declare by email to their supervisor that they fall into this category and enter telework in EDH. If this is not possible, they should exchange with their DAO who will enter the relevant absence in EDH.

Duty travel. Updated on 10 March 2020

People coming from risk zones. Updated on 10 March 2020

People coming to CERN sites from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, South Korea, Iran and Emilia-Romagna, Lombardy, Piedmont and Veneto in Italy, as well as from Oise, La Balme de Sillingy (Haute-Savoie), Auray, Carnac and Crac’h (Morbihan), Haut Rhin and Corsica in France should comply with the following:

For 14 days after their return to the Geneva region, they must not come to CERN sites; personnel on CERN payroll should contact their supervisors about the possibility of teleworking while being home;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14-day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

Meetings. Updated on 7 March 2020

Meetings at CERN (including at the Globe) will be limited to a maximum of 100 people from 9 March until further notice, and are subject to the following conditions:

It is the responsibility of the meeting organisers to track identity of attendees so that contacts can be traced if a case arises.
Organisers should encourage remote participation in all meetings (Video Conferencing, telephone etc.).

Users and visiting scientists. Updated on 10 March 2020

As of 16 March, access to CERN by users and visiting scientists is restricted to those people whose activities on-site are approved by the relevant Department Heads or by the Spokesperson of the experiments.

If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

Professional visitors. Updated on 10 March 2020

All professional visits to the CERN sites are suspended as of 16 March until further notice. Professional visits will only be permitted if they are essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case they should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or by the Spokespersons of the experiments.

Activities of CERN Clubs. Updated 10 March 2020

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Further questions are answered in an FAQ for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors, which is available here (CERN login required).

Information for the general public. Updated on 10 March 2020

The following precautionary measures have been taken to minimise the risk of spreading the infection both on CERN sites and externally:

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled until further notice;
All public events in the Globe have been cancelled until further notice;
The CERN exhibitions and CERN shop will be closed as of 11 March.

Information for teachers and students. Updated on 10 March 2020

The CERN Teacher programmes scheduled between March and May have been cancelled. Masterclasses for local schools have also been cancelled.

Further information and who to contact. Updated on 10 March 2020

Full and regularly updated information from the WHO can be found here. Information from the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health is available here, from the French Ministry of Health here, and from the Canton of Geneva here.

At CERN, if you present any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, do not go directly to the hospital, your general practitioner, or the Medical Service, but call the CERN emergency number + 41 22 767 4444 for advice. A Helpline is available to answer your questions; call +41 22 766 7777 from 8-17h.

In Switzerland, the COVID-19 information line is +41 58 463 00 00 (24h/24h). If you present any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call 144 for advice.

In France, the COVID-19 information line is +33 800 130 000 (24h/24h). If you present any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call 15 for advice. If you do not speak French, you can call the CERN number +41 22 767 4444. The operator can help you link with the French medical system.

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva at 08 00 909 400 (10:00-22:00), and Vaud at 08 00 316 800 (08:00-20:00).

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

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Updated on 17 March 2020

Our highest priority continues to be to protect the health of all people on site and all measures are decided with this overarching objective in mind.

Stage 1 – Alert of the spreading of the virus by WHO
Stage 2 - A Host-State declares part of its territory, distant from CERN (not Geneva, Vaud, Ain or Haute-Savoie), as affected or threatened by an outbreak of COVID-19. The objective in this phase is to prevent and limit the spread of the virus.
Stage 3 - The virus circulates widely in the area in which CERN is located, including at CERN itself.

This page will be updated regularly.

Quick links

Current Situation at CERN

Latest Measures

Hygiene Measures for all People on CERN Sites

Measures for CERN Personnel

Information for the General Public

Information for Teachers and Students

Further Information and Who to Contact

The situation at CERN. Updated on 15 March 2020

CERN was informed on 7 March that an employee tested positive for Coronavirus COVID-19. The infected person has been in self-quarantine at home, with light symptoms. In the past three days, a few more suspected cases were notified. For all cases, CERN immediately implemented procedures to quickly identify and follow close contacts, to ensure their well-being.

Latest Measures. Updated on 17 March 2020

A Helpline has been set up to answer your questions. Call +41 22 766 7777, from 8-17h.
Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees, locally and away from the region. More information here.

Hygiene measures for all people on the CERN sites. Updated on 10 March 2020

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Do not get in close contact with other people. In particular, no hand shaking or embracing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
If you are ill (in particular fever or cough), do not come to CERN sites. If you feel unwell, go home immediately;
Do not use public transport at peak times if at all possible.

Measures for CERN personnel (staff, fellows, users, students, trainees, and all other associated members of personnel). Updated on 17 March 2020

Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees. Updated 17 March 2020

As of 20 March at the latest, the majority of CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees will be on extended teleworking, as an exceptional measure.

Members of personnel should discuss their particular situation with their hierarchy. For situations where telework is not possible appropriate special leave will be put in place.

Restaurants and cafeteria. Updated on 15 March 2020

As of 16 March the following measures will apply:

Restaurant 3 and the cafeteria in Building 774 (Prevessin) will be closed; a take-away offer is being investigated;
a limit of 50 people at any one time in Restaurant 1 and Restaurant 2 (Meyrin);
take-away options offered in the cafeteria in buildings 6, 13, 30 and 54;
Vending machines offer is maintained for the time being.

We anticipate significant changes in the offer of restaurants and cafeteria, and will provide updates as they develop.

Border control. Updated on 15 March 2020

School closure. Updated 13 March 2020

Teleworking for Associated Members of Personnel. Updated 13 March 2020

Associated members of personnel are strongly encouraged to investigate the possibility of teleoworking with their Institute.

People with vulnerabilities. Updated on 13 March 2020

People over 65: For those persons aged over 65, access to the CERN sites will only be permitted if their activity is deemed essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments.
People under 65 with vulnerabilities: Persons under 65 with vulnerabilities (i.e., persons with any of these pre-existing conditions: cancer; cardiovascular diseases; chronic respiratory diseases; diabetes; diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system; high blood pressure) must not come on CERN site. They should declare by email to their supervisor that they fall into this category and enter telework in EDH. If this is not possible, they should exchange with their DAO who will enter the relevant absence in EDH.

Duty travel. Updated on 10 March 2020

People coming from risk zones. Updated on 10 March 2020

For 14 days after their return to the Geneva region, they must not come to CERN sites; personnel on CERN payroll should contact their supervisors about the possibility of teleworking while being home;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14-day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

Meetings. Updated on 7 March 2020

Meetings at CERN (including at the Globe) will be limited to a maximum of 100 people from 9 March until further notice, and are subject to the following conditions:

It is the responsibility of the meeting organisers to track identity of attendees so that contacts can be traced if a case arises.
Organisers should encourage remote participation in all meetings (Video Conferencing, telephone etc.).

Users and visiting scientists. Updated on 10 March 2020

If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

Professional visitors. Updated on 10 March 2020

Activities of CERN Clubs. Updated 10 March 2020

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Further questions are answered in an FAQ for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors, which is available here (CERN login required).

Information for the general public. Updated on 10 March 2020

The following precautionary measures have been taken to minimise the risk of spreading the infection both on CERN sites and externally:

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled until further notice;
All public events in the Globe have been cancelled until further notice;
The CERN exhibitions and CERN shop will be closed as of 11 March.

Information for teachers and students. Updated on 10 March 2020

The CERN Teacher programmes scheduled between March and May have been cancelled. Masterclasses for local schools have also been cancelled.

Further information and who to contact. Updated on 10 March 2020

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva at 08 00 909 400 (10:00-22:00), and Vaud at 08 00 316 800 (08:00-20:00).

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

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Update on 13 March 2020

CERN continues to monitor the coronavirus COVID-19 situation and update measures against the spread of the infection. Our highest priority is to protect the health of all CERN’s personnel, contractors, and visitors, while allowing the Organization to continue working. All measures are decided with this overarching objective in mind.

A COVID-19 response team was set up in February 2020 (involving senior management from across the Organization, as well as health, safety and other relevant experts) tasked with the development and implementation of measures proportionate to the level of risk and based on available evidence and expertise. We are in constant contact with the relevant Host States authorities (among others, the Federal Office of Public Health in Switzerland, the Ministry of Health in France), the World Health Organization (WHO), and other intergovernmental organisations in Geneva with globally-mobile communities.

By now it has been recognised that the virus will go through three stages of development that the expert health authorities have identified. CERN’s Epidemic Preparedness plan and response against COVID-19 defines three stages of increasing severity:

Stage 1 – Alert of the spreading of the virus by WHO
Stage 2 - A Host-State declares part of its territory, distant from CERN (not Geneva, Vaud, Ain or Haute-Savoie), as affected or threatened by an outbreak of COVID-19. The objective in this phase is to prevent and limit the spread of the virus.
Stage 3 - The virus circulates widely in the area in which CERN is located, including at CERN itself.

CERN is currently in Stage 2 and the new measures described on this page are implemented to face this scenario. In parallel, we are preparing for Stage 3.

This page will be updated regularly.

Quick links

Current Situation at CERN

Latest Measures

Hygiene Measures for all People on CERN Sites

Measures for CERN Personnel

Information for the General Public

Information for Teachers and Students

Further Information and Who to Contact

The situation at CERN. Updated on 13 March 2020

CERN was informed on 7 March that an employee was tested positive for Coronavirus COVID-19. The infected person is in self-quarantine at home, with light symptoms. CERN immediately implemented procedures to quickly identify and follow close contacts and to limit the spread of infection on the CERN sites. As of today, there are no other confirmed cases.

Latest Measures. Updated on 13 March 2020

A Helpline has been set up to answer your questions. Call +41 22 766 7777, from 8-17h.
Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees. More information here.
Access to CERN sites by people coming from risk areas is forbidden for 14 days after their return to the Geneva region. More information here.
Access to CERN sites by users and visiting scientists is restricted to those considered essential for critical on-site activities. More information here.
Access to CERN sites by persons aged over 65 is restricted to those considered essential for critical on-site activities. More information here.
People with vulnerabilities must not come on CERN sites. More information here.
All CERN Clubs activities on sites are suspended as of 11 March. More information here.
The CERN Exhibitions and the CERN Shop will be closed as of 11 March. More information here.

Hygiene measures for all people on the CERN sites. Updated on 10 March 2020

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Do not get in close contact with other people. In particular, no hand shaking or embracing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
If you are ill (in particular fever or cough), do not come to CERN sites. If you feel unwell, go home immediately;
Do not use public transport at peak times if at all possible.

Measures for CERN personnel (staff, fellows, users, students, trainees, and all other associated members of personnel). Updated on 13 March 2020

Teleworking for CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees. Updated 13 March 2020

As of 16 March, CERN staff, fellows, students and trainees who have been identified by their hierarchies as performing activities compatible with teleworking will be asked to work between two and five days per week remotely, depending on the specific needs of their Department or experiment, as defined by their Department Head. The exact number of teleworking days per week will be determined by their hierarchies. During teleworking, people must be contactable during working hours and available to come to CERN on short notice if required. See Operational Circular Number 7.

School closure. Updated 13 March 2020

Teleworking for Associated Members of Personnel. Updated 13 March 2020

Associated members of personnel are strongly encouraged to investigate the possibility of teleoworking with their Institute.

People with vulnerabilities. Updated on 13 March 2020

People over 65: For those persons aged over 65, access to the CERN sites will only be permitted if their activity is deemed essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments.
People under 65 with vulnerabilities: Persons under 65 with vulnerabilities (i.e., persons with any of these pre-existing conditions: cancer; cardiovascular diseases; chronic respiratory diseases; diabetes; diseases or treatments that weaken the immune system; high blood pressure) must not come on CERN site. They should declare by email to their supervisor that they fall into this category and enter telework in EDH. If this is not possible, they should exchange with their DAO who will enter the relevant absence in EDH.

Duty travel. Updated on 10 March 2020

People coming from risk zones. Updated on 10 March 2020

For 14 days after their return to the Geneva region, they must not come to CERN sites; personnel on CERN payroll should contact their supervisors about the possibility of teleworking while being home;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14-day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

Meetings. Updated on 7 March 2020

Meetings at CERN (including at the Globe) will be limited to a maximum of 100 people from 9 March until further notice, and are subject to the following conditions:

It is the responsibility of the meeting organisers to track identity of attendees so that contacts can be traced if a case arises.
Organisers should encourage remote participation in all meetings (Video Conferencing, telephone etc.).

Users and visiting scientists. Updated on 10 March 2020

If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

Professional visitors. Updated on 10 March 2020

Activities of CERN Clubs. Updated 10 March 2020

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Further questions are answered in an FAQ for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors, which is available here (CERN login required).

Information for the general public. Updated on 10 March 2020

The following precautionary measures have been taken to minimise the risk of spreading the infection both on CERN sites and externally:

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled until further notice;
All public events in the Globe have been cancelled until further notice;
The CERN exhibitions and CERN shop will be closed as of 11 March.

Information for teachers and students. Updated on 10 March 2020

The CERN Teacher programmes scheduled between March and May have been cancelled. Masterclasses for local schools have also been cancelled.

Further information and who to contact. Updated on 10 March 2020

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva at 08 00 909 400 (10:00-22:00), and Vaud at 08 00 316 800 (08:00-20:00).

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

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Update on 10 March 2020

Stage 1 – Alert of the spreading of the virus by WHO
Stage 2 - A Host-State declares part of its territory, distant from CERN (not Geneva, Vaud, Ain or Haute-Savoie), as affected or threatened by an outbreak of COVID-19. The objective in this phase is to prevent and limit the spread of the virus.
Stage 3 - The virus circulates widely in the area in which CERN is located, including at CERN itself.

CERN has currently just entered in Stage 2 and the new measures described on this page are implemented to face this scenario. In parallel, we are preparing for Stage 3.

This page will be updated regularly.

Quick links

Current Situation at CERN

Latest Measures

Hygiene Measures for all People on CERN Sites

Measures for CERN Personnel

Information for the General Public

Information for Teachers and Students

Further Information and Who to Contact

The situation at CERN. Updated on 10 March 2020

Latest Measures. Updated on 10 March 2020

A Helpline has been set up to answer your questions. Call +41 22 766 7777, from 8-17h.
Access to CERN sites by people coming from risk areas is forbidden for 14 days after their return to the Geneva region. More information here.
Access to CERN sites by users and visiting scientists is restricted to those considered essential for critical on-site activities. More information here.
Access to CERN sites by persons aged over 65 is restricted to those considered essential for critical on-site activities. More information here.
All CERN Clubs activities on sites are suspended as of 11 March. More information here.
The CERN Exhibitions and the CERN Shop will be closed as of 11 March. More information here.

Hygiene measures for all people on the CERN sites. Updated on 10 March 2020

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Do not get in close contact with other people. In particular, no hand shaking or embracing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
If you are ill (in particular fever or cough), do not come to CERN sites. If you feel unwell, go home immediately;
Do not use public transport at peak times if at all possible.

Measures for CERN personnel (staff, fellows, users, students, trainees, and all other associated members of personnel). Updated on 10 March 2020

In addition to the measures described above:

People who have concerns that they may be particularly susceptible to infection, or who need to avoid infection for reasons including underlying conditions or pregnancy, for example, should seek the guidance of their own medical practitioner, and if necessary, investigate the possibility of teleworking with their supervisors;
If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

Duty travel. Updated on 10 March 2020

People coming from risk zones. Updated on 10 March 2020

For 14 days after their return to the Geneva region, they must not come to CERN sites; personnel on CERN payroll should contact their supervisors about the possibility of teleworking while being home;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14-day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

Meetings. Updated on 7 March 2020

Meetings at CERN (including at the Globe) will be limited to a maximum of 100 people from 9 March until further notice, and are subject to the following conditions:

It is the responsibility of the meeting organisers to track identity of attendees so that contacts can be traced if a case arises.
Organisers should encourage remote participation in all meetings (Video Conferencing, telephone etc.).

Users and visiting scientists. Updated on 10 March 2020

CERN personnel aged over 65. Updated on 10 March 2020

According to expert health authorities, people aged over 65 are at a higher risk of becoming severely ill from a COVID-19 infection. Therefore, in order to protect them, access to the CERN sites will only be permitted if their activity is deemed essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by the relevant Department Heads or the Spokespersons of the experiments.

Professional visitors. Updated on 10 March 2020

Activities of CERN Clubs. Updated 10 March 2020

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Further questions are answered in an FAQ for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors, which is available here (CERN login required).

Information for the general public. Updated on 10 March 2020

The following precautionary measures have been taken to minimise the risk of spreading the infection both on CERN sites and externally:

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled until further notice;
All public events in the Globe have been cancelled until further notice;
The CERN exhibitions and CERN shop will be closed as of 11 March.

Information for teachers and students. Updated on 10 March 2020

The CERN Teacher programmes scheduled between March and May have been cancelled. Masterclasses for local schools have also been cancelled.

Further information and who to contact. Updated on 10 March 2020

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva at 08 00 909 400 (10:00-22:00), and Vaud at 08 00 316 800 (08:00-20:00).

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

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Updated 7 March 2020

The situation at CERN. Updated on 7 March 2020

CERN was informed on 7 March that an employee was tested positive for Coronavirus COVID-19. The infected person was in close contact with a small number of colleagues. In accordance with procedures put in place in collaboration with its Host State expert authorities, CERN has implemented measures to quickly identify potential cases and limit the risk of infection on the CERN site.

The situation in the surrounding region. Updated 3 March 2020

The Italian Authorities have put several towns under quarantine. The Italian government’s information on the situation in Italy is here.

There have been several confirmed cases in Switzerland and France, some of which in Geneva, Vaud, the Pays de Gex and Haute-Savoie.

Hygiene measures applicable to all people on the CERN site. Updated on 6 March 2020

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Avoid close contact with people, hand shaking and embracing, especially those who have fever, are coughing or have difficulties breathing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
If you are ill, do not come to CERN sites;

Measures for CERN personnel (staff, fellows, users, students, trainees, and all other associated members of personnel). Updated on 6 March 2020

In addition to the measures described above:

People who have concerns that they may be particularly susceptible to infection, or who need to avoid infection for reasons including underlying conditions or pregnancy, for example, should seek the guidance of their own medical practitioner, and if necessary, investigate the possibility of teleworking with their supervisors;
If you are ill, do not come to work;
If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

Duty travel. Updated 6 March 2020

All duty travel on behalf of CERN is suspended as of Wednesday 11 March 2020 until further notice. Duty travel on behalf of CERN will only be permitted if it is essential for strategic or operational reasons, in which case it should be approved by Department Heads or the technical coordinators of the four large LHC experiments.

For travellers

CERN’s recommendations for people returning to the CERN site from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, Iran and Emilia-Romagna, Lombardy, Piedmont and Veneto in Italy, are as follows. For 14 days after your return, in addition to the measures listed above for all people on the CERN site:

Survey the status of your health, in particular with respect to breathing problems (see below for Who to contact);
Check with your supervisor about the possibility of teleworking;
Join meetings via videoconference if possible;
Avoid the CERN restaurants at peak hours;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14 day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

These measures build on the recommendations from the Host States authorities, and will help the Organization to limit risk.

Meetings. Updated 3 March 2020

Meetings at CERN (including at the Globe) will be limited to a maximum of 100 people from Monday 9 March until further notice, and are subject to the following conditions:

It is the responsibility of the meeting organisers to track identity of attendees so that contacts can be traced if a case arises.
Organisers should encourage remote participation in all meetings (Video Conferencing, telephone etc.).
The participation of people coming from regions with red zones is not permitted.

Activities of CERN Clubs. Updated 3 March 2020

The activities of the CERN clubs, which are intended to promote the general wellbeing of members of personnel, may continue in the current situation (until circumstances change and different measures are introduced) if the measures generally applied for the CERN community are respected and necessary actions taken to limit potential risk.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Further questions are answered in an FAQ for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors, which is available here (CERN login required).

Information for the general public. Updated on 3 March 2020

Guided tours of CERN have been cancelled for the coming weeks:

All individual tours will be cancelled and not available until further notice.
All approved group or private tours taking place in the next two weeks will be cancelled. We will inform the organisers of these tours, by e-mail.
New group or private tours requested within the next 3 weeks will be declined

All public events in the Globe are cancelled as of Monday 9 March until further notice.

These are precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of our personnel, visitors and the citizens in the region.

The CERN exhibitions remain open as does the CERN shop.

Further information and who to contact:

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva at 08 00 909 400 (10:00-22:00), and Vaud at 08 00 316 800 (08:00-20:00).

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

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Update on 3 March 2020

CERN continues to monitor the evolution of the situation concerning the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in consultation with the relevant Host States authorities (among others, the Federal Office of Public Health in Switzerland, the Ministry of Health in France), the World Health Organization (WHO), and other intergovernmental organisations in Geneva with globally-mobile communities.

Following confirmed cases of the virus in Italy, the Italian Authorities have put several towns under quarantine. The Italian government’s information on the situation in Italy is here.

There have been several confirmed cases in Switzerland and France, some of which in Geneva, Vaud, the Pays de Gex and Haute-Savoie. So far, there have been no confirmed cases involving a member of the CERN personnel.

Advice for staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of the personnel:

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Avoid close contact with people, hand shaking and embracing, especially those who have fever, are coughing or have difficulties breathing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
People who have concerns that they may be particularly susceptible to infection, or who need to avoid infection for reasons including underlying conditions or pregnancy, for example, should seek the guidance of their own medical practitioner, and if necessary, investigate the possibility of teleworking with their supervisors;
If you are ill, do not come to work;
If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

For travellers:

Travel to areas that are put under quarantine or declared as a red zone by the national authorities is not possible. CERN official travel to areas outside the declared red zones of mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, Iran and Emilia-Romagna, Lombardy, Piedmont and Veneto in Italy, must be cleared by the Department Head.

Survey the status of your health, in particular with respect to breathing problems (see below for Who to contact);
Check with your supervisor about the possibility of teleworking;
Join meetings via videoconference if possible;
Avoid the CERN restaurants at peak hours;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14 day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

These measures build on the recommendations from the Host States authorities, and will help the Organization to limit risk.

Visits:

The guided tours of CERN planned for the next weeks are cancelled:

All individual tours will be cancelled and not available until further notice.
All approved group or private tours taking place in the next two weeks will be cancelled. We will inform the organisers of these tours, by e-mail.
New group or private tours requested within the next 3 weeks will be declined

These are precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of our personnel, visitors and the citizens in the region.

The CERN exhibitions remain open as does the CERN shop.

Meetings:

Meetings at CERN will be limited to a maximum of 100 people from Monday 9 March until further notice, and are subject to the following conditions:

It is the responsibility of the meeting organisers to track identity of attendees so that contacts can be traced if a case arises.
Organisers should encourage remote participation in all meetings (Video Conferencing, telephone etc.).
The participation of people coming from regions with red zones is not permitted.

Furthermore, CERN personnel are advised to avoid attending conferences outside CERN as much as possible.

Public events in the Globe:

All public events in the Globe are cancelled as of Monday until further notice. CERN-organised meetings in the Globe can be maintained subject to a maximum attendance of 100 people, and the conditions outlined above.

Activities of CERN clubs:

The activities of the clubs, which are intended to promote the general wellbeing of members of personnel, may continue in the current situation (until circumstances change and different measures are introduced) if the measures generally applied for the CERN community are respected and necessary actions taken to limit potential risk.

Who to contact:

At CERN, if you present any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, do not go directly to the hospital, your general practitioner or the Medical Service, but call the CERN emergency number + 41 22 767 4444 for advice.

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva at 08 00 909 400 (10:00-22:00), and Vaud at 08 00 316 800 (08:00-20:00).

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

FAQ:

A FAQ for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors is available here (CERN login required).

CERN remains in close contact with the Host States' authorities, the WHO as well as other international organisations, and will adapt if necessary as the situation evolves. This page will be updated as necessary.

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Update on 2 March 2020

Following confirmed cases of the virus in Italy, the Italian Authorities have put several towns under quarantine. The Italian government’s information on the situation in Italy is here.

Advice for staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of the personnel:

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Avoid close contact with people, hand shaking and embracing, especially those who have fever, are coughing or have difficulties breathing (close contact is defined by the Swiss Federal Office of Public Heath as being closer than 2 metres for over 15 minutes);
People who have concerns that they may be particularly susceptible to infection, or who need to avoid infection for reasons including underlying conditions or pregnancy, for example, should seek the guidance of their own medical practitioner, and if necessary, investigate the possibility of teleworking with their supervisors;
If you are ill, do not come to work;
If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

For travellers:

Survey the status of your health, in particular with respect to breathing problems (see below for Who to contact);
Check with your supervisor about the possibility of teleworking;
Join meetings via videoconference if possible;
Avoid the CERN restaurants at peak hours;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14 day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

These measures build on the recommendations from the Host States authorities, and will help the Organization to limit risk.

Visits:

The guided tours of CERN planned for the next weeks are cancelled:

All individual tours will be cancelled and not available until further notice.
All approved group or private tours taking place in the next two weeks will be cancelled. We will inform the organisers of these tours, by e-mail.
New group or private tours requested within the next 3 weeks will be declined

These are precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of our personnel, visitors and the citizens in the region.

The CERN exhibitions remain open as does the CERN shop.

Meetings:

In view of the current situation, the Swiss Federal Council has banned large-scale events involving more than 1000 people with immediate effect and at least until 15 March 2020. Since our meetings are smaller than this, there is no change to CERN’s meetings policy for the time being.

Who to contact:

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva at 08 00 909 400 (10:00-22:00), and Vaud at 08 00 316 800 (08:00-20:00).

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

FAQ:

A FAQ for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors is available here (CERN login required).

Update on 28 February 2020

Full and regularly updated information from the WHO can be found here. Information from the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health is available here, and from the French Ministry of Health here.

Following confirmed cases of the virus in Italy, the Italian Authorities have put several towns under quarantine. The Italian government’s information on the situation in Italy is here.

There have been several confirmed cases in Switzerland, some of which were in Geneva. So far, there have been no confirmed cases involving a member of the CERN personnel.

Advice for staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of the personnel:

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Avoid close contact with people, including hand shaking and embracing, especially those who have fever, are coughing or have difficulties breathing;
People who have concerns that they may be particularly susceptible to infection, or who need to avoid infection for reasons including underlying conditions or pregnancy, for example, should seek the guidance of their own medical practitioner, and if necessary, investigate the possibility of teleworking with their supervisors;
If you are ill, do not come to work;
If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

For travellers:

Travel to areas that are put under quarantine or declared as a red zone by the national authorities is not possible. CERN official travel to areas outside the declared red zones of mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, South Korea, Iran and Lombardy, Piedmont and Veneto in Italy, must be cleared by the Department Head.

CERN’s recommendations for people returning to the CERN site from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, South Korea, Iran and Lombardy, Piedmont and Veneto in Italy, are as follows. For 14 days after your return, in addition to the measures listed above under Advice for staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of the personnel:

Survey the status of your health, in particular with respect to breathing problems (see below for Who to contact);
Check with your supervisor about the possibility of teleworking;
Join meetings via videoconference if possible;
Avoid the CERN restaurants at peak hours;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14 day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

These measures build on the recommendations from the Host States authorities, and will help the Organization to limit risk.

Visits:

Group visits to CERN from countries and territories with declared red zones are cancelled until further notice.

Meetings:

Who to contact:

In France, the COVID-19 information line is +33 800 130 000 (24/24). If you present any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call 15 for advice.

Information hotlines are also available in the Cantons of Geneva at 08 00 909 400 (10:00-22:00), and Vaud at 08 00 316 800 (08:00-20:00).

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

FAQ:

A FAQ for CERN personnel, in particular, Departmental and Group Administrative Officers and supervisors is available here (CERN login required).

Update on 27 February 2020

Full and regularly updated information from the WHO can be found here. Information from the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health is available here, and from the French Ministry of Health here.

Following confirmed cases of the virus in Italy, the Italian Authorities have put several towns in Lombardy and Veneto under quarantine. The Italian government’s information on the situation in Italy is here.

There have been several confirmed cases in Switzerland, some of which were in Geneva. So far, there have been no confirmed cases involving a member of the CERN personnel.

Advice for staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of the personnel:

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser (please note that soap and water is more effective);
Avoid close contact with people, including hand shaking and embracing, especially those who have fever, are coughing or have difficulties breathing;
People who have concerns that they may be particularly susceptible to infection, or who need to avoid infection for reasons including underlying conditions or pregnancy, for example, should seek the guidance of their own medical practitioner, and if necessary, investigate the possibility of teleworking with their supervisors;
If you are ill, do not come to work;
If you are a CERN user who has returned to your institute after visiting CERN and find you are infected, please inform medical.service@cern.ch.

For travellers:

Travel to areas that are put under quarantine or declared as a red zone by the national authorities is not possible. CERN official travel to areas outside the declared red zones of mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, South Korea, Iran and Lombardy and Veneto in Italy, must be cleared by the Department Head:

CERN’s recommendations for people returning to the CERN site from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, South Korea, Iran and Lombardy and Veneto in Italy, are as follows. For 14 days after your return, in addition to the measures listed above under Advice for staff, fellows, users, students, trainees and all other associated members of the personnel:

Survey the status of your health, in particular with respect to breathing problems (see below for Who to contact);
Check with your supervisor about the possibility of teleworking;
Join meetings via videoconference if possible;
Avoid the CERN restaurants at peak hours;
If you have children in the CERN kindergarten, do not send them to the kindergarten for the 14 day period. If you have children in other schools, we recommend that you follow the advice of the school.

These measures build on the recommendations from the Host States authorities, and will help the Organization to limit risk.

Visits:

Group visits to CERN from countries and territories with declared red zones are cancelled until further notice.

Meetings:

Please note that there are currently no recommendations to restrict meetings in our region: this applies to international organizations such as CERN with an international population and frequent travel. We have not been asked by the Host States to implement any specific measures in this respect.

Who to contact:

In Switzerland, the COVID-19 information line is +41 58 463 00 00 (8:00-18:00). If you present any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call 144 for advice.

In France, the COVID-19 information line is +33 800 130 000 (9:00-19:00). If you present any of the symptoms associated with COVID-19, do not go directly to the hospital or your general practitioner, but call 15 for advice.

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

Update on 25 February 2020

CERN continues to monitor the evolution of the situation concerning the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in consultation with the relevant Host States authorities (the Federal Office of Public Health in Switzerland, the Ministry of Health in France), the World Health Organization (WHO), and other intergovernmental organisations in Geneva with globally-mobile communities.

Full and regularly updated information from the WHO can be found here. Information from the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health is available here, and from the French Ministry of Health here.

Advice for all personnel:

Respect the recommended hygiene measures;
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser;
Avoid close contact with people, especially those who have fever, are coughing or have difficulties breathing;
People who have concerns that they may be particularly susceptible to infection, or who need to avoid infection for reasons including underlying conditions or pregnancy, for example, should seek the guidance of their own medical practitioner, and if necessary, investigate the possibility of teleworking with their supervisors;
If you are ill, do not come to work.

For travellers:

Travel to areas that are put under quarantine or declared as a red zone by the national authorities is not possible. CERN official travel to mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, South Korea, Iran and Lombardy and Veneto in Italy, must be cleared by the Department Head:

Survey the status of your health, in particular with respect to breathing problems (see below for Who to contact);
Check with your supervisor about the possibility of teleworking;
Join meetings via videoconference if possible;
Avoid the CERN restaurants at peak hours.

These measures build on the recommendations from the Host States authorities, and will help the Organization to limit risk.

Meetings:

Who to contact:

At CERN, if you are in any doubt, call the CERN emergency number: + 41 22 767 4444.

A Swiss information hotline for travellers is also available at: + 41 58 464 44 88 (8:00-18:00).

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Update on 10th February 2020

The Swiss Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) has introduced the following Coronavirus information lines:
For the public: +41 58 463 00 00
For travellers: +41 58 464 44 88
These are open daily from 8:00 to 18:00.

Latest information from the FOPH, updated on 10 February 2020 can be found here.

Key points for Switzerland are as follows:
So far none of the samples taken in Switzerland has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. It is, however, possible that cases may occur in Switzerland. The FOPH and its partners are preparing for the possibility that the novel coronavirus will appear in Switzerland.

On the basis of the current assessment of the situation it is not necessary to restrict entry to Switzerland.

Nose or throat swabs are being tested in diagnostic labs in all suspected cases. If the lab confirms an infection with the coronavirus, people who have been in contact with the person contracting the disease will be informed about their risk by the health authorities.

Recommendations for travellers:
So far the WHO has not issued any travel restrictions. The FOPH advises against travel to the Chinese province of Hubei.

Wuhan and other cities have been extensively sealed off. Road, rail and air travel have been stopped. People must wear masks in public spaces. Travel to and from these regions is only allowed with a special permit, if at all. It is unclear how long these restrictions and arrangements will apply.

Airports in Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, Taiwan and other Asian countries or regions have introduced systematic screening measures to monitor passengers from China. Travellers can also expect to face increased monitoring at other international airports (in Europe, North America and Australia).

If you are travelling to other parts of China

Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, or use hand sanitiser.
Cough or sneeze into a tissue, or if you have no tissue use the crook of your arm.
Avoid contact with people who are coughing or have difficulties breathing.
Avoid large gatherings of people, such as sporting events and public transport.
Follow local instructions and recommendations.

If you have recently spent time in China
For 14 days after your departure from China:

Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, or use hand sanitiser.
Avoid large gatherings of people, such as sporting events and public transport.

If you have difficulties breathing, a cough or fever, stay at home or in your hotel. Do not go out in public. Immediately contact – first by phone – a doctor or health centre. Mention that you have recently been in China and have symptoms. You will find more information in the FAQ on the FOPH webpage.

If you do not have any symptoms it does not make sense to have a test, as there is no test that can rule out an infection with certainty if you have no symptoms.

CERN’s recommendations remain unchanged..

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Update on 6 February 2020

The Canton of Geneva has released an update (in French) of the current status of the coronavirus outbreak, and provided more links to relevant information.

The new information from the Canton can be found here:

https://www.ge.ch/document/point-nouveau-coronavirus-2019-ncov

Etat des lieux de la situation au 4 février 2020

Key points are that in Switzerland no quarantine measures are being taken for asymptomatic people arriving from China: transmission requires close proximity with an infected person displaying symptoms.

No samples analysed in Switzerland so far have shown infection by the virus.

No diagnostic samples will be taken from patients displaying respiratory symptoms who have not come from China within the last 14 days, or have no contact with a confirmed carrier of the virus.

CERN’s recommendations remain unchanged.