Dean Kirschling reminds you that the University of Maryland, Baltimore’s Policy Requiring Use of Face Coverings has been updated regarding KN95 masks.
- KN95s are the only permitted face covering for unvaccinated faculty, staff, and students – whether they have a valid exemption or not. As such, starting Sept. 15, unvaccinated employees and students must wear a KN95.
- At some point in the near future, KN95s will be required for fully vaccinated students, faculty, and staff when participating in classroom and training activities.
- Starting immediately, KN95s are strongly recommended for fully vaccinated students, faculty, and staff when participating in group activities where 6 feet of physical distance cannot be maintained or more than five people are present.
Bandanas, gaiters, scarves, and masks with valves are not approved face coverings at UMB.